Packing/Shipping Associate (Weekday)

Williams-Sonoma • Booneville, MS

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Packing/Shipping Associate (Weekday) position is located in Booneville, MS. The associate will work throughout the packing and shipping department on the weekday shift as needed to package and/or load furniture for shipment to customers per the standard operating procedures of the assigned position. The goal is to ensure that the daily departmental goals and objectives of Sutter Street Manufacturing in safety, service, quality, and cost are met.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of packing/shipping experience in warehouse operations environment.
• Good math and reading skills with good communication skills-oral and written and the ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to read and understand production tickets and interpret simple instructions commonly placed in a standard operating procedure.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a part of a team with other associates and managers with a strong sense of urgency and time management to meet established deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Packing and shipping experience in a furniture manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• 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 Williams-Sonoma 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.
• Perform daily tasks promptly and with high standards to achieve departmental and facility production goals using documented Standard Operating Procedures by performing the assigned task safely, correctly, and quickly while demonstrating integrity and acting in a responsible and accountable manner.
• Establish and promote hard work ethics through teamwork and collaboration with associates and departmental leadership to maximize the productivity of the departments while ensuring quality and adhering to and complying with all safety policies.
• Communicate openly and professionally with departmental leadership to ensure issues and obstacles are addressed.
• Package and load furniture per the standard operation procedures of the assigned position at a minimum rate of 6 pieces per hour with a goal of 8 pieces per hour.
• Ensure tags/tickets/rolls are correctly placed on items to ensure they are accounted for within the inventory system and follow system requirements for tracking materials.

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.
• Holidays (in some locations).
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits.
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans.
• Pet Insurance.

What This Job Offers

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