Material Handler I

Williams-Sonoma • Portland, OR

14d • Onsite

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED