Order Puller Associate

American Furniture Warehouse•Katy, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Order Puller Associate stocks incoming merchandise and fills customer orders, helping customers pick up furniture and take it home the same day. The role safely operates warehouse equipment to transport merchandise for customers and other departments. AFW provides training and certifications for equipment operation. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The listed shift is 2nd shift, 1:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

Requirements

Commitment to safety and to AFW’s safety policies and procedures, including promoting safety awareness.
Knowledge of and ability to perform correct lifting and team-lifting techniques.
Ability to work at heights, filling orders from 0 to 35 feet above the ground.
Ability to work in multiple departments and cross-train.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to become certified to operate warehouse equipment.
Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
Ability to maneuver in confined and sometimes congested areas.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for 8 hours or more daily; perform lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise for 8 hours or more daily; and continuously use arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push, and pull merchandise weighing up to 100 lbs. and to handle or manipulate merchandise weighing up to 250 lbs. frequently.
Ability to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and fit-for-duty exam upon job offer.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating warehouse equipment such as a forklift, pallet jack, or cherry picker; preferred but not required.
High school diploma or GED preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted in lieu of a diploma.

Responsibilities

Stock incoming merchandise and fill customer orders.
Operate material-handling equipment to move products within the warehouse.
Operate a radio frequency (RF) scanner.
Work independently and cooperate and communicate constructively with fellow associates.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Use a hand truck correctly.
Perform other duties assigned or directed by a supervisor.