Distribution Centers —
General Warehouse Associate

Our General Warehouse Associates (GWAs) keep product moving through our warehouse. We depend on GWAs to make sure items get to their destination quickly, safely, and efficiently. As a GWA, you’ll have a chance to learn new skills and grow on the job.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GWA’s job?
A GWA receives product from vendors, organizes it in the warehouse, and prepares it for delivery.

Does the role require heavy lifting?
Most of the job can be done with forklifts, conveyor belts, and other automated equipment, but a GWA may also lift product.

How much interaction does a GWA have with customers?
A GWA is responsible for getting a customer’s order correct before it leaves the building, but generally a GWA does not speak directly with customers.

Is the work schedule consistent?
Yes, a GWA has a consistent schedule that allows for planning time and activities outside of work.

Are there overnight shifts?
Depending on the warehouse, there may be some overnight shifts.

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If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a General Office Associate and then become an Area Supervisor.If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a General Office Associate and then become an Area Supervisor.
If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a Driver helper and then become a Driver.If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a Driver helper and then become a Driver.
If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, you can become an Area Supervisor and then become an Operations Manager. Or you can start as a General Warehouse Associate, then become a General Office Associate and then become an Area Supervisor and then become an Operations Manager.If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, you can become an Area Supervisor and then become an Operations Manager. Or you can start as a General Warehouse Associate, then become a General Office Associate and then become an Area Supervisor and then become an Operations Manager.
If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a Sales Associate, and then you can become a Department Supervisor and then you can become a Night Replenishment Manager. Or If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a Freight/Receiving Associate and then you can become a Department Supervisor and then become a Night Replenishment Manager.If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a Sales Associate, and then you can become a Department Supervisor and then you can become a Night Replenishment Manager. Or If you start as a General Warehouse Associate, then you can become a Freight/Receiving Associate and then you can become a Department Supervisor and then become a Night Replenishment Manager.
Whether you are looking for the next step or you just want to try something new, a GWA position in one of our distribution centers is a great place to start. To see how you can reach your careers goals and learn new skills along the way, select one of the jobs on the left.

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WHAT A GWA DOES IN EVERY WAREHOUSE

DIRECT FULFILLMENT CENTER (DFC)

GWAs receive, store, and prepare products to be shipped to online customers.

RAPID DEPLOYMENT CENTER (RDC)

GWAs use fast-paced conveyor belts to send products to stores.

STOCKING DISTRIBUTION CENTER (SDC)

GWAs use forklifts to store seasonal and oversized items until they are needed by a store or warehouse.

BULK DISTRIBUTION CENTER (BDC)

GWAs prep lumber orders and other construction materials for our stores.

MARKET DELIVERY OPERATIONS (MDO)

GWAs receive, hold, and prepare appliances for customer deliveries.

FLATBED DISTRIBUTION CENTER (FDC)

GWAs prepare large or bulk items like lumber for shipping to stores and pro customers.

CROWN BOLT

GWAs receive, store and prepare small products to be shipped to customers.

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