Warehouse Associate; Nights

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad‑line distributor serving over 4.5 million customers worldwide. The company operates in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom, providing a wide range of products and solutions that keep operations running and people safe.

Roanoke, VA

This is an hourly position. Pay starts at $20.65 per hour with three raises in 12 months bringing the pay to $21.85 per hour. Additional pay is available for qualified personnel.

• +$1 per hour for Powered Industrial Equipment (PIE) operators**
• $1 per hour for working overnight shift

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
• Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full‑time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, parental leave, and other benefits.
• Safety shoes provided (where applicable).

• Night shift Monday‑Friday:
  Inbound Dock 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm / 8:00 pm (start time).
• Machines Putaway 8:30 pm (start time).

• Safely complete inbound and/or outbound warehouse tasks with strong attention to detail, including unloading, sorting, labeling, replenishing, auditing, picking, and packing products.
• Ensure products are shipped correctly to exceed customers' expectations for quality and delivery speed.
• Meet safety, quality, productivity, behavior, attendance, and overtime requirements as needed.
• Operate computerized scanning equipment and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA and Hazardous Material requirements.
• Perform other tasks as directed by leadership.

• Comfort working on your feet with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and dust while working around moving equipment and elevated stations.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to frequently lift, slide, and lower packages up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to receive feedback and work well in a team environment.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.
• For PIE operators: ability to operate warehouse vehicles, material handling equipment, and powered industrial equipment, including Crown, Pacer, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Barrett, Turret Truck, and Forklift.

• Previous warehouse, retail, or customer service experience in fast‑paced environments.
• Great attention to detail, quality, and safety.

Grainger is a leading broad‑line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. Our purpose, "We Keep the World Working™," is achieved by serving more than 4.5 million customers with products, solutions, and services that keep their operations running and people safe.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.