Student: Warehouse Team Member

Job Title
Student: Warehouse Team Member

Requisition Number
SE04441

Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location
Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus

Salary Range
$20-$22

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

Previous warehouse experience preferred
Experience using Radio Frequency (RF) scanners preferred

Hours per Week

30-40

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Pomegranate Inc. is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Warehouse Team Member to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving inventory, order fulfillment, inventory organization, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, works well as part of a team, and is committed to accuracy and productivity.

Key Responsibilities
- Receive and verify incoming products from vendors
- Count, sort, and organize merchandise by location, product number, and description
- Stock merchandise on shelves according to style, size, color, or product type
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels in bulk and primary picking locations
- Replenish active inventory locations to ensure timely order fulfillment
- Print and organize pick tickets by warehouse area for efficient order processing
- Pick and pack customer orders accurately using RF scanners and/or pick sheets
- Assemble shipping cartons and prepare packages with appropriate labels and documentation
- Audit completed orders to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met
- Prepare shipments by sealing boxes, filling void space, and loading shipments for carrier pickup
- Process shortages, overages, and mis-picked products accurately
- Label and restock returned or reassigned inventory
- Accurately record workflow and assigned tasks within the warehouse management system
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and communicate suggestions to leadership
- Collaborate effectively with team members to meet productivity and accuracy goals
- Communicate operational issues, questions, or concerns promptly to supervisor or co-workers
- Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned

Work Environment
This role operates in a warehouse environment requiring frequent standing, walking, lifting, and movement throughout the shift. Team members are expected to maintain productivity standards while contributing to a positive and safety-focused workplace culture

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

- Basic computer proficiency, including warehouse management systems (WMS) and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to problem-solve and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work overtime, when needed
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds safely

Deadline to Apply
09/09/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date
08/24/2026