Furniture Handler Trainee

BROAD RIVER RETAIL • Tega Cay, SC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Broad River Retail is seeking a Furniture Handler Trainee to join its Operations Team at the Fort Mill Corporate Site in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The role supports warehouse operations by loading and unloading furniture, receiving inventory into the distribution center’s inventory control system, and inspecting merchandise for damage before customer delivery. The position operates on a contract-to-hire basis.

The role involves physical work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse, with some outdoor exposure. Employees are expected to follow warehouse and material-handling safety guidelines, maintain the cleanliness of the facility and equipment, and work effectively as part of a team. Broad River Retail describes its employees as “Memory Makers” and emphasizes training, development, inclusion, and opportunities for career growth.

Requirements

• Manual dexterity and the ability to maneuver furniture.
• Ability to listen to and follow directions and instructions.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 75 pounds throughout the shift.
• Physical labor mindset.
• Customer service mindset.
• Oral communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Adaptability to changes in the work environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks at the warehouse loading dock without damaging products.
• Unload furniture manually or with hand trucks.
• Identify and communicate physical damage to merchandise.
• Sort unloaded items onto carts by size, type, or product code.
• Use an RF scanner to receive inventory into the system.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the building, grounds, and equipment.
• Accept cross-training opportunities.
• Follow material-handling and warehouse safety guidelines.
• Operate recycling machinery.
• Sort and process dunnage.
• Follow the company attendance policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hourly pay based on factors such as shift and location.
• Weekly pay.
• Guaranteed hourly raise upon conversion from contract to hire.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options after conversion.
• Paid time off after conversion.
• 401(k) matching contribution after conversion.
• 40% employee discount at Broad River Retail locations after conversion.
• Internal opportunities for career growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed