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General Merchandise, Closing, Fulfillment (T1801)

Target · Algonquin, IL · Variable

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to work quickly but couldn't afford to make mistakes.

What they are checking: Whether they balance speed and accuracy, which is the core tension in fulfillment work.

What would you do

The Fulfillment team picks, preps, packs, sorts and ships online orders. What would you do if an order was due soon and you couldn't find one of the items?

What they are checking: Whether they follow the process for missing items and look in the right places before marking anything short.

Your daily work in Fulfillment changes based on guest ordering patterns. How would you handle a sudden spike in Drive Up orders?

What they are checking: Whether they can adapt their pace and priorities in real time, which the posting stresses.

It's an hour before close, the floor is a mess and there are still online orders to pack. How do you split your time?

What they are checking: Whether they can weigh guest commitments against floor standards and ask a leader when priorities clash.

Closing shifts end late. How will you get home safely and still be ready for your next shift?

What they are checking: Whether they have thought through late hours, which shows they can stay reliable on closing schedules.

How would you treat a Drive Up guest whose order was late?

What they are checking: Whether they apologize sincerely, get the order out fast, and avoid making excuses to the guest.

About the work

How would you make sure the items you pick are the right ones, with the right size and quantity?

What they are checking: Whether they double-check their work, since a wrong item ruins the guest's trust in ordering online.

If you were picking fresh or frozen groceries for an order, how would you choose and handle them?

What they are checking: Whether they pick food the way they'd want it picked for them and keep cold items cold.

On a closing shift, you need to recover the sales floor before you leave. What does a well-recovered department look like?

What they are checking: Whether they know what zoning and recovery mean and hold a clear standard for how the floor should look.

You'll use handheld devices and reports that show how digital orders are trending through the day. How comfortable are you with that kind of technology?

What they are checking: Whether they can learn the tools that tell them where demand is, not just follow a paper list.

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The Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial is $16.75 USD per hour. The Pay Range / Rango salarial is $16.75 USD - $25.15 USD per hour. ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here. ALL ABOUT FULFILLMENT Experts of operations, process and efficiency who enable a consistent experience for our guests by ensuring guests get what they want, when they want it, and how they want it. The fulfillment team picks, preps, packs, sorts, and ships products safely, efficiently and effectively to deliver convenience and quality for our guests. At Target , we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Fulfillment Expert can provide you with the: • Experience in a dynamic work environment where your daily work will change based on guest ordering patterns • Skills to assess your daily business and utilize tools to determine how to meet digital demand • Knowledge of reporting systems that show how digital guest traffic patterns are changing throughout the day and be adaptable to guest demand • Experience in retail business fundamentals including : department sales trends, inventory management, and process efficiency and improvement As a Fulfillment Expert , no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities: • Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience . • Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests as you are completing your daily tasks . • When guests need assistance , engage with guests in a welcoming way, to help solve their specific needs. • Thank guest s and let them know we’re happy they chose to shop at Target . • Select items for order pickup, drive up and ship to home for digital guest orders . • Accurately put on hold all order pickup and drive-up orders . • Properly prepare, pack and sort guest orders for shipment using corre ct materials . • Deliver quality and accuracy with each order while meeting timeliness goals . • Maintain your workspace and supplie s; keep equipment and designated areas organized and supplies in stock . • Properly use equipment while following safety best practices . • Follow all safety guidelines, operating procedures, product freshness and quality standards; follow food safety guidelines when handling, displaying and/or storing food items . • A lways demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance . • Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible. • Support guest services such as back-up cashier, order pick up (OPU) and Drive up (DU) and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws . • All other duties based on business needs WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR This may be the right job for you if: • You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with . • You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success. • You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times). The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Fulfillment Expert . But , there are a few skills you should have from the get-go: • Must be at least 18 years of age or older • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members • Learn and adapt to current technology needs • Work both independently and with a team • Resolve guest questions immediately • Attention to detail and follow a multi-step processes • Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes . We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect: • Accurately handle cash register operations as needed • Climb up and down ladders • Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 4 4 pounds without additional a ssistance from others, and team lift items 45-100 pounds. • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular , reliable and prompt attendance necessary • Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc. • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary). Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits . Benefits Eligibility Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A | Pegue esta URL en su navegador preferido para obtener información sobre la elegibilidad de este puesto para recibir beneficios: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel. Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no application deadline. Las solicitudes para este puesto se aceptan de forma continua y no hay fecha límite de solicitud.

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