Join Our Distribution Center Team!

Be a valued and appreciated part of our team at The Container Store's 700,000-square-foot automated distribution center in Aberdeen, Maryland!

Founded in 1978, The Container Store is the nation's original and leading retailer of storage and organization products, offering everything from custom closets to solutions for every space in your home. With stores across the country and a thriving online business, our distribution center teams play an essential role in getting products to our customers.

We're looking for dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented Warehouse Associates to join our growing team!

Take a look inside our Distribution Center!

What You'll Do

As a Warehouse Associate, you'll help keep our operations running smoothly by receiving, processing, picking, packing, and shipping merchandise.

We are hiring across multiple departments, and your responsibilities may vary based on your assigned area.

E-commerce Fulfillment (Direct to Consumer)

• Pick and pack online customer orders accurately and efficiently.

• Use technology and warehouse equipment to process orders.

• Ensure products are properly packaged and ready for shipment.

• Maintain quality and accuracy standards.

Store Replenishment

• Pick merchandise to replenish inventory at our retail stores.

• Use voice-picking technology to locate and select products.

• Prepare and load merchandise for shipment to stores.

• Maintain accuracy and productivity standards.

Inbound & Receiving

• Unload and sort incoming merchandise.

• Receive, count, and inspect products for accuracy and quality.

• Help ensure inventory is properly processed and accounted for.

• Support the efficient flow of products throughout the distribution center.

Available Work Schedules

We offer full-time opportunities with schedules varying by department:

• Beginning of Week: Sunday–Wednesday

• End of Week: Thursday–Saturday (additional $1/hour shift differential)

• Weekday: Monday–Friday

Specific schedules and department assignments will be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Join The Container Store?

At The Container Store, every team member contributes to delivering an exceptional customer experience. Whether you're new to warehouse operations or bringing previous experience, you'll have the opportunity to work with innovative technology, develop valuable skills, and grow your career.

Join a team where your contributions matter and help us deliver organization solutions to customers nationwide!

Apply today to explore opportunities at our Aberdeen Distribution Center!

• Ability to follow standardized work as it relates to picking, packing and cutting procedures   
• Ability to consistently meet time-based productivity standards
• Utilizes the voice picking system to fulfill customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Ensures the correct quantity and quality of items are picked/packed for each order according to established procedures
• Comfortable working in multi-level picking modules and around conveyor systems
• Maintains a safe work area, adhering to safety policies and procedures
• Adheres to standardized work as it relates to picking (less than case and full case), packing and cutting procedures   
• Supports and works in various departments throughout the Distribution Center
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Maintains inventory accuracy throughout the Distribution Center

Here's a peek at what you can expect:

• PAY starting at $19.00 an hour.
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your loved ones well.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
• Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.
• We've got your back! Competitive sick pay and PTO plan to ensure you can take time off to recharge and come back feeling your best.

For our full-time associates, we offer even more:

• Peace-of-mind benefits: Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Family-focused support: Considerate parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.
• Work-life balance boosters: Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a qualified transportation benefits program to save on commutes.
• Discounts galore: Enjoy a hefty discount on our amazing products, including merchandise, custom spaces, and services, gift cards, and pet insurance (because fur-babies matter!).
• Recognition you deserve: We honor our employees with service awards and retirement gifts, celebrate those who exemplify our core principles, and recognize exceptional daily contributions.

But that's not all! We offer a fun and collaborative work environment where you can learn, grow, and make a real difference.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Proficiency in operating walkie rider and stock chaser
• Experience working in a highly automated distribution environment a plus.
• Knowledge of various distribution systems such as labor management system, radio frequency devices and voice picking preferred
• Utilization of pneumatic tools and the ability to cut metal to precision
• A strong sense of spatial awareness to ensure accurate packaging of items efficiently, securely, and in a manner that optimizes space utilization
• This position requires associates to stand 100% of the time and walk approximately 50% of the time with the ability to lift to 47 pounds independently
• Proficiency in computer skills
• Ability to work independently, efficiently managing picking and packing tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Arrives on time and is prepared to begin work at the scheduled shift time and committed to working scheduled hours with flexibility to work additional hours based on changing business needs
• Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information
• Ability to work within and exemplify The Container Store brand which we describe as matchless, fun, authentic, team-focused, and life-changing

The Container Store promotes a smoke-free, drug-free environment. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with the

Americans with Disabilities Act

Distribution Center Physical Requirements

State Specific Notices