Material Handler - Staging

Williams-Sonoma • Claremont, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler - Staging sets up assembly areas and ensures all parts needed to build the product are available. This position is a proactive approach through looking ahead and insuring there are no delays in building the product. The Material Handler - Staging position is in Claremont, NC. You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will.... Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment standards of the company throughout the facility. Adhere to the policies of WSI while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Material Handler or in a Line Supply role within a manufacturing environment; furniture industry experience is not required.
• Experience using computers for tracking and updating kit location for customer service.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
• Good communication – both oral and written.
• Ability to keep accurate records and follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent time-keeping skills, including ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to communicate with upholsterers and trimmers on issues related to furniture building.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a team with other associates and managers.
• Have a strong sense of urgency and time management to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to stand for up to 10-hour periods.
• Ability to frequently lift objects weighing 60 lbs.
• Ability to bend and twist as required in moving furniture.
• Ability to push finished furniture across the floor.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Furniture Industry experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Organizes all materials and puts components in place for the upholstery department to build up the piece.
• Pushes build kits to the staging area on the floor for upholsterer to take to the workstation.
• Checks for accuracy and ensures all pieces of kit are from the same ticket.
• Tracks kits and tickets to ensure pieces are with the correct furniture frame.
• Manage old orders and ensure that proper communication of what is needed is conveyed to the supervisor.
• Submit, expedite, and locate repairs for the cell.

Benefits

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees