Material Handler I

Williams-SonomaPortland, OR
14dOnsite

About The Position

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Material Handler About the Nicolai Team We are a fast-paced manufacturing facility and distribution center. We employ approximately 120 diverse and talented associates in warehousing, production planning, assembly, finishing and packaging of high-quality lighting fixtures and house parts. Overview of the Material Handler role Performs a variety of entry level tasks to support the movement, storage, and packaging of inventory at point of receipt and within the warehouse to complete customer orders. As a Material Handler 1, you will be assigned to an area of primary responsibility, working in other functions as needed.

Requirements

  • Ability to read, comprehend, and speak English at a level to effectively utilize and interpret work and safety instructions.
  • Demonstrates strong listening skills and the ability to follow direction.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to constantly stand, walk, talk and hear.
  • The associate must be able to frequently move, push, pull, lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 50 pounds.
  • Work is performed in a distribution/manufacturing setting. There may be exposure to airborne particles, chemicals, fumes, flammable materials, dirt, grease, and electrical equipment (Personal Protective Equipment provided where required).
  • May work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to humid, hot, or cold conditions as well as exposure to moderate noise levels.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior experience in warehousing, shipping, or receiving preferred.
  • Prior forklift and pallet jack experience preferred.
  • Must be able to pass standup forklift certification upon hire.
  • High school education or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Performs duties across a variety of functional areas within the facility to support the movement, storage, and shipment of goods, including Shipping (Packaging), Receiving, Picking, Packing, Bagging, and Hardware
  • Duties will include but are not limited to tasks designated as level 1 tasks in the above departments such as: packaging and shipping sales orders, picking parts and product for orders, staging, routing, and loading trailers.
  • Operate warehouse equipment (i.e. forklift, wave, pallet jack, etc) according to instructions and safety guidelines.
  • Performs in line quality checks to ensure that established quality standards are being maintained.
  • Collaborates with associates/teams to contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes, efficient and accurate order completion, and problem resolution.
  • May be assigned to other functional areas based on business need and demand levels.
  • Complies with all safety rules, processes, and standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
  • A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
  • Paid vacation and personal time off
  • Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
  • Tax-free commuter benefits
  • A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
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