UNPACKER

Position Summary: Unloads Casegoods Container

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for unloading casegoods containers.

• Help with unloading furniture on truck using hand truck, pallet jack, or team lift.

• Stage casegoods in staging area for counts.

• Handling of furniture with care while unpacking.

• Movement of furniture around casegoods finishing warehouse.

• Requires overall knowledge of Rub and Pack

• Unwrap piece in foam and apply corner pads, etc. as required.

• Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor including proper lifting techniques.

• Maintains neat and orderly workstation.

• Wears required safety glasses and foot wear; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor

• Performs daily stretching exercises.

• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Must be knowledgeable in prep, pack and trim processes.
• Must have ability to recognize parts and style numbers.
• English required for reading tickets and instructions.
• Must be able to understand and follow unpacking specifications.

Valued but not Required Skills and Experience:

• Previous knowledge of furniture packing/unpacking.

Physical demands and work environment:

• Lift / Carry: Frequently lifting 50 – 75 lbs. onto and off work station; occasionally lifting in excess of 50 lbs.; team lift greater weights. Must be able to lift/remove and flip over pieces for unpacking.
• Standing / Walking: Must be able to stand and walk consistently during the 8+ hour day.
• Reach / Handle / Grasp/Feel: Repetitive use of hands required.
• Bend / Lift / Stoop: Gathering supplies throughout day from various heights.
• Push/Pull: Must be able to push cases into designated work zones; or pull with designated tow tool.
• Environment: Indoors, controlled airflow, no air conditioning.