Warehouse Associate

OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE

Our Values:
At Morris Furniture Company, our values represent our distinctive core beliefs-the Morris way of doing business. Our Mission is “Making Homes Great” and we bring our mission to life through our values of: Professionalism, Quality, Ownership, Collaboration, Integrity and Fun.

Purpose:
The Operations Associate can be assigned to responsibilities within various departments including Receiving, Returns, Customer Pick-Up, Repair Shop, Prep and Assembly, etc., which may require specialized skills or training.

General Description of Duties:

• Reads work orders, shipping orders, and demonstrates ability to follow verbal/written instructions from lead, supervisor, or manager
• Un-boxes, properly assembles, and makes minor repairs to furniture and attaches identifying tags or labels to materials
• Safely transports, loads, and unloads materials and products to designated areas utilizing pallets, hand trucks, carts, dollies, shelving, and other devices
• Responsible for proper use and care of warehouse equipment to include RF scan guns, radios, tablets, etc.
• Is aware of surrounding at all times while responsibly following all safety processes, including the use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• May be assigned facility maintenance duties as needed such as sweeping, dusting and mopping
• Organize warehouse and work area for safety, cleanliness, and order at all times
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a Distribution Center/Warehouse environment
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds while loading/unloading furniture and operating powered equipment, hand trucks, and carts
• Ability to quickly move your hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects when handling, installing, positioning, or moving furniture
• Experience working with/around powered equipment, warehouse machinery, and hand/power tools preferred

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Positive working attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Available to work over-time as needed

What are the benefits of a career with Morris Home?

• Comprehensive benefits packages (medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) and more)
• We frequently promote from within and offer many advancement opportunities
• Supports a strong culture of giving through many community-based programs and charities
• Fitness Center on site and tons of team sports opportunities outside of work!
• PTO and 5 days of vacation time after 90 days of employment

Work Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, bend, twist, and lift 50 pounds. This job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person