Role Overview
Carter's is hiring a mid-level Seasonal Distribution Center Security Guard. This is a full-time role in Washington. posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.
Desk-Reception Guard
- Meet and greet all employees, contractors, and visitors upon entry to facility.
- Verify proper credentials and document for all visitors entering facility
- Proficiency in Capsure VMS, facility camera systems, and facility badge access system.
- Provide guidance and direction for employee/visitor questions
- Ensure all visitors and contractors have viewed facility visitor safety video
- Answer phones, take and relay messages to appropriate personnel
- Immediately escalate any issues with facility security or safety to the on-shift security supervisor or manager
- Manage facility access badges and keys
- Interface with professional emergency responders in event of facility emergency
- Ensure all personnel entry is in compliance with CTPAT and FTZ compliance
Turnstile/Bag Check Guard
- Meet and greet all employees/visitors entering facility
- Perform bag check on all bags entering facility
- Operate the ADA door as needed
- Perform manual wanding under specific circumstances
- Address positive metal detection issues at turnstiles
- Interface with professional emergency responders in event of facility emergency
- Immediately escalate any issues with facility security or safety to the on-shift security supervisor or manager
Roving Patrol
- Performs minimum of 2 full inside/outside tours per shift
- During high traffic times, patrol parking lot during breaks and shift changes
- Perform weekly fence integrity checks
- Perform monthly life safety inspections
- Provide relief to guards at stationary posts as needed
- Proficient in facility Security Camera System and other security programs.
- Immediately escalate any issues with facility security or safety to the on-shift security supervisor or manager
- Interface with professional emergency responders in event of facility emergency
- Ensure facility physical security is in compliance with CTPAT and FTZ compliance
Gate Guard
- First point of contact for all drivers entering facility truck yard
- Verify proper ID of drivers and proper paperwork for inbound trailers, using facility Yard Management System
- Perform inspection of all trailers entering yard
- Ensure proper CTPAT/FTZ protocols are followed for import containers
- Document all entries/exits on daily guard log
- Direct drivers to appropriate office locations
- Verify correct paperwork prior to releasing truck from yard.
- Note any discrepancies in paperwork and reach out to inbound transportation for instructions.
- Proficient in facility Security Camera System, Capsure VMS, and facility badge access system.
- Answer phones, take and relay messages to appropriate personnel
- Immediately escalate any issues with facility security or safety to the on-shift security supervisor or manager
- Interface with professional emergency responders in event of facility emergency
- Successful completion of the Georgia 24 Hour Unarmed Security Professional Training (may be offered on site)
- Keen attention to detail and expert documentation
Required Experience:
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Strong customer service orientation
- Ability to learn additional electronic security platforms such as a visitor management system and security camera system.
Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Seasonal Distribution Center Security Guard position at Carter's?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Carter's. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Seasonal Distribution Center Security Guard position at Carter's located?
This position is based in Washington. Carter's has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Seasonal Distribution Center Security Guard at Carter's earn?
Carter's has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Seasonal Distribution Center Security Guard role at Carter's posted?
This role was posted on June 28, 2026 (18 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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