Associate, DC Operations: Apply Now for January 2027 Openings!

As a Warehouse Associate, the role-holder is a key part of how product moves through the distribution centre and ultimately reaches customers. Associates are assigned to a primary functional area — such as picking, packing, value-added services, shipping or receiving — where they deliver consistent, high-quality work with a focus on accuracy, speed and attention to detail. Flexibility is essential, as associates may support other functions to meet changing business needs, and the work directly contributes to a safe, efficient and high-performing operation.

• Execute daily tasks within the assigned functional area, including picking, packing, labelling, loading or receiving.
• Accurately process orders using warehouse management systems (WMS) and RF scanning technology.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, productivity and operational standards.
• Identify and communicate exceptions, discrepancies or issues to leadership.
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Accurately record production activity and complete required documentation.
• Support multiple operational areas as needed to meet business demands.
• Contribute to a safe, clean and organised work environment, reporting and following up on safety concerns or property damage.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Six Sigma efforts.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team and operational success.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write and understand English, and to communicate effectively in English.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and across different functional areas.
• Basic computer proficiency (Windows, internet navigation, touchscreen or mouse use).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Basic maths and counting skills.
• Ability to distinguish colours for product identification.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Ability to use RF scanners, manual and powered pallet jacks, box cutters and standard warehouse tools.
• Ability to stand, walk and perform repetitive tasks for up to 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, push, pull and reach, and occasionally climb, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, including mezzanine levels.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures, noise and dust.

• $0.75 Per hour shift differential for night and weekend shifts

• Health, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits, including HSA with employer funding or FSA options.
• Up to 160 hours of flexible time off (FTO) per year, accrued on a prorated basis at.4388 hours per day and increasing with years of service.
• 401K matching programme and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Holiday pay, including twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, plus Service Time Off during milestone years.
• 50% off adidas.com discount.
• Adoption support, with surrogate and fertility support.
• Short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage.
• Education assistance and generous leave policies, including 14 weeks of paid parental leave, for full-time employees.

The company highlights a team that values performance, quality and collaboration, opportunities to learn multiple areas within the operation, a workplace focused on safety, respect and continuous improvement, and a fast-paced environment where contributions make an impact every day. Though its teammates hail from all corners of the world, adidas' working language is English.