Job Description
ABOUT US: Uncommon Goods partners with independent makers and small businesses to offer a wide and constantly evolving assortment of original, creative products.
We are built on better business practices and committed to having a positive impact on people and the planet. Learn more here.
The best part of Uncommon Goods is us-our team. We've been around for over 20 years because of all the wonderful people who make UG the one-of-a-kind company it is.
Learn more about our products, B Corp certification, guiding principles, Better to Give program, and team members you might be working with. Listen to the story of Uncommon Goods from our Founder and CEO here and here.
Join Us for a Seasonal Warehouse Role in Brooklyn! Are you ready to play a crucial role in our warehouse team from November to December 2025? Uncommon Goods has several entry-level seasonal warehouse roles available in:
Picking/Packing/Shipping/Gift Boxing
We're offering a competitive
$21/hour rate for this fully onsite position at our Brooklyn headquarters in Sunset Park (N/R Train & B9, B11, and B37 Bus Lines).
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: - Meet productivity, quality, and accuracy standards.
- Utilize warehouse management systems efficiently.
- Work with a sense of urgency and adaptability.
- Pay meticulous attention to detail.
- Foster positive and collaborative relationships with team members.
- Uphold a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Take on miscellaneous duties as needed.
Productivity standards:
Picking - 125 Units/hour
Packing - 100 Units/hour
Gift Boxing - 80 Units/hour
Shipping - 250 shipments/hour
Quality Standards:
Shipments not damaged goal for packing - 99.5%
Shipments not mispacked goal for picking- 99.8%
Shipments not mis-shipped goal for shipping - 99.98%
QUALIFICATIONS - Previous warehouse experience is a plus but not required.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic are essential.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be a positive team player with a great work ethic.
- Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds and standing or walking for up to 8 hours.
- Open availability is HIGHLY PREFERRED.
- Weekend Availability is REQUIRED.
- Must meet our productivity standards on an ongoing basis.
- No Background checks required!
COMPANY PERKS: - Competitive hourly wage of $21/hour.
- Casual work atmosphere.
- Enjoy a 40% discount on our products.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your resume. Curious about where you will be working? We are in the Brooklyn Army Terminal at 140 58 th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220 in Sunset Park. EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE At Uncommon Goods, we believe we're all out of the ordinary. That's why we're committed to making diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging part of everything we do. We strive to make significant changes to our business, from how we find our products to how we build and cultivate our team-so we can be everyone's favorite place to work.
We are an equal opportunity employer. If you would like to request any accommodation during the application process, please email people@uncommongoods.com.
Learn more about your FMLA rights here
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Casual work, Seasonal work, Weekend work,