LEATHER ROOM INVENTORY ASSISTANT
Bassett Furniture•Newton, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
The inventory assistant for the leather room manages the receipt, storage, and distribution of leather hides and supplies. They track stock levels, fulfill material requests for upholstery, ensure proper storage conditions, and conduct physical cycle counts to prevent material shortages.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of leather types (e.g., full-grain, top-grain, aniline) and how to identify specific grades and colors.
- Ability to use inventory management software, specifically JD Edwards.
- Ability to handle, lift, and maneuver heavy, bulky leather rolls or hides (often up to 50+ lbs).
- Meticulous organizational skills to accurately tag, log, and categorize different batches and dye lots.
- Ability to drive a forklift.
Responsibilities
- Track the movement of leather hides into and out of storage, accurately updating inventory databases.
- Pull leather hides and kits for upholstery production lines and leather cutters.
- Inspect incoming deliveries of leather for defects, scratches, or color discrepancies against purchase orders.
- Maintain a climate-controlled, organized storage area to prevent leather from drying out, cracking, or becoming misshapen during storage.
- Perform routine physical counts of the leather stock and reconcile any discrepancies with the digital inventory system.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plan
- Short and Long-term disability
- Paid holidays and paid vacation
- Life insurance
- AFLAC
- 401(k) plan
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
