Merchandise Handler

Job Description:

Merchandise Handler

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making and our story is still unfolding.

We re here for it. We think you should be too. We re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team Merchandise Handler.

At our Distribution Centers, we carefully pick, pack, and ship to our customers homes and into our award-winning stores. Our assortment includes more than 13,000 SKU's between each of our brands. We are curious and ask ourselves is there a better way to do this? As part of the team here, you'll ensure every product we sell online or in-stores is delivered on time and with quality, ensuring our customers are amazed and delighted with their selection. The Distribution Center Forklift Operator is responsible for transferring goods and materials from incoming and outbound shipments via power industrial equipment (forklifts, reach trucks, stock pickers, etc).

We offer:

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• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
  
• 401k
  
• PTO
  
• Wellness Time
  
• Merchandise discount
  

A Day in the Life of a Merchandise Handler:

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• Maximize the company growth and profitability through the processing and handling of all Crate and Barrel orders.
  
• Responsibilities could include loading/unloading, picking, putaway, replenishment and wrapping of merchandise as well as the use of hand operated equipment.
  
• Perform all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve daily productivity.
  
• Rotate through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business.
  
• Follow the loss prevention and security guidelines to minimize inventory shrinkage and profit loss.
  
• Move merchandise, supplies, and/or boxes repetitively.
  
• Promote a culture of respect and an atmosphere of teamwork in order to foster a positive working environment.
  
• Abide by the established dependability guidelines to maintain business productivity.
  
• Adhere to company safety guidelines to prevent personal injury and product and facility damage.
  

What you'll bring:

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• Ability to move and/or lift up to 65 pounds;
  heavier merchandise with team assistance
  
• English language skills (written and verbal) preferred
  
• Must work effectively as a team member
  
• Warehouse experience a plus
  
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent preferred
  
• Basic math skills preferred
  
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus