Warehouse Associate

Our Heritage: An American Original Since 1977

Founded on the Upper East Side of New York City by brothers Jay and Kevin McLaughlin, J.McLaughlin was built on a simple idea: great style feels personal.

From a single neighborhood shop to nearly 200 stores nationwide, we have always believed in being local and loyal—to our customers, our communities, and one another. Today, nearly 1,000 employees bring the brand to life across the country, from Maine to Maui.

For over 20 years, our corporate home has been in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, where creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration continue to shape our next chapter.

Giving back is part of who we are. We support the communities we serve through local partnerships, charitable initiatives, and a belief that businesses should leave places better than they found them.

Overview

We are seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our Warehouse team, reporting to the Warehouse Director This role responsible for executing all aspects of warehouse functions including the receiving, storing, handling, shipping, and preparing of product for retail store delivery while maintaining the warehouse in a safe and orderly fashion while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing, and values-driven workplace.

This position is primarily based in our Greenpoint, Brooklyn office and follows an on-site schedule, dependent on role and business needs.

About the role

Essential Functions*:

About the role

• Staging inbound cartons by PO
• Scan receive merchandise in the system and check against packing list for accuracy.
• Scan pick back stock merchandise from location 
• Scan pack merchandise into store cartons 
• Close store cartons to ship via UPS
• Scan receive end of the season merchandise coming back from stores
• Put away merchandise by style, color and size into location 
• Scan pick bulk and pick to carton for WEB orders
• Scan pack orders and print packing list
• Verifies quantities and items being shipped against the packing slip
• Pack the items induvial in a tissue and place in a carton to ship. 
• Substitutes for other warehouse personnel when needed. 
• Able to meet deadlines. 
• Excellent attendance record required.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

• Other related duties as assigned

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What we are looking for

Skills & Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret product labeling and shipping manifests
• General knowledge of apparel and accessories product categories. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers to aid in satisfying customer requirements. 
• Ability to organize and prioritize job tasks and requirements.
• Understanding of the wholesale or retail business a plus.
• Ability to use basic computer programs 
• Good communication skills and organization.
• Ability to fold neatly
• Experience and comfort using hand jack for movement of pallets
• Ability to use hand tools, scanners, or forklifts (if certified)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to climb stairs or ladders 
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to push, pull and move heavy items (pallets, carts, boxes)
• Comfortable working in varied temperatures (hot, cold, or refrigerated warehouses)
• Exposure to noise, dust, and equipment movement
• Ability to speak Spanish a plus.

Benefits at a Glance

At J.McLaughlin, we design our benefits with the same care and intention as our product. Our benefits are designed to support well-being, flexibility, and long-term growth.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (eligibility based on hours worked)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Hybrid or flexible work environment (role-dependent)
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional Critical Illness and Accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Clothing allowance and generous discounts on J.McLaughlin merchandise
• Discretionary bonus opportunities (role-dependent)
• Employee referral incentives and commuter benefits

Pay Transparency & Disclaimer

$19 - $20/hour, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Compensation and benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility. J.McLaughlin reserves the right to modify compensation and benefit programs at any time, in accordance with applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity

J.McLaughlin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.