Costco Warren:Part-Time Warehouse Associate
Your Next Step in Warren
Flexible Role: Warehouse Associate (Part-Time) Employer: Costco (Hiring Part-Time in Warren) Based in: Warren, MI Urgency: Immediate start available in Warren. Ideal for: Students, Graduates, or Entry-Level candidates.
Pay Rate: $21-$27/Hour (approx. $25.1k/Year) Benefits: Employee discounts and perks (where applicable). Earn extra cash with a stable local employer.
What You'll Do
This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- This Warren-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Costco team in Warren, MI is growing.
- Benefit from working in Warren, a key hub for the Logistics And Fulfillment industry.
Warehouse Associate
About Costco
Costco operates membership warehouse clubs that offer low prices on a limited selection of nationally branded and selected private-label products. The organization employs over 300,000 full-time and part-time workers across international distribution networks. When you embark on a career in warehouse associate jobs with Costco, you are joining you are joining a structured corporate environment where adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures governs daily operational productivity.
Job Summary
The Warehouse Associate operates material handling equipment to load freight, verify inventory manifests, and maintain organized pallet racking systems. This position requires adherence to strict safety standards and precise execution of daily logistics targets. You will serve as On-site, delivering the signature Methodical that sets Costco apart in the logistics and fulfillment.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Equipment Operation: Operate electric pallet jacks, sit-down forklifts, and reach trucks to transport up to 50 pallets per shift across receiving docks and storage racks.
- Inventory Management: Scan barcodes using Zebra RF terminals to update inventory counts in the SAP warehouse management system with 99.8 percent accuracy.
- Freight Processing: Unload incoming freight shipments from 53-foot trailers using manual pallet wrappers and dock levelers within a 45-minute turnaround window per truck.
- Safety Compliance: Conduct pre-shift mechanical inspections on motorized equipment and report maintenance anomalies using OSHA-compliant digital inspection logs.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
Full-time personnel receive comprehensive health and welfare coverage designed to support personal and financial well-being.
- Salary: $19.50–$26.00 per hour
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective the first day of the month following 90 days of employment.
- Retirement Plan: Employer-matching 401(k) program with contributions matched up to 5 percent of eligible annual earnings.
- Paid Time Off: Accrued vacation time starting at 10 days per year plus 8 paid corporate holidays annually.
Requirements & Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent educational credential.
- Minimum of 6 months of experience operating motorized industrial lift trucks.
- Ability to pass a physical agility test and background screening.
- Capacity to lift 50 pounds repeatedly throughout an 8-hour shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Warehouse Associate position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $27. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Warren.
Where is this Warehouse Associate job located?
This position is based in Warren, MI. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Warren.
Do I need a forklift certification for this role?
No prior forklift certification is required. Costco provides free, paid on-site training and certification for all powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and order pickers.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Warehouse Associate job?
No prior experience is required. Costco provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
How many hours per week is this part-time Warehouse Associate role?
Part-time positions at Costco generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does Costco offer for this position?
Costco provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
