Warehouse Associate

Louisville Tile Distributors•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Louisville Tile Distributors of Nashville is seeking a Warehouse Associate to handle products accurately, safely, and efficiently throughout warehouse operations. The position supports receiving, inspecting, stocking, picking, packing, staging, and shipping customer orders; operates forklifts and other material-handling equipment; uses warehouse management software and scanning technology; and assists with loading and unloading delivery vehicles. Associates help maintain inventory accuracy and product quality while providing service to internal and external customers. The role calls for attention to detail, teamwork, effective communication, and a commitment to a clean, organized, and safe workplace. Associates are expected to follow company procedures, take ownership of their work, and proactively report issues that could affect customers, inventory, safety, or operations. This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, with starting pay of $20.00 per hour. Louisville Tile is a family-owned business that has operated for over 70 years and has 13 locations. It provides tile and setting materials to residential and commercial customers in Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and Tennessee. The company describes its culture as family-like and caring, promotes from within, and reports being voted one of Kentucky’s Best Places to Work by its employees in 11 of the last 11 years.

Requirements

At least 2 years of warehouse experience.
High school diploma.
Ability to lift and carry up to 90 pounds in accordance with safety training.
Ability to work in a warehouse environment with changing temperatures and weather conditions.
Ability to operate warehouse machinery and use a computer system.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support a positive, collaborative work environment.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding warehouse environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and accountability.
Customer-focused attitude and ability to provide professional, courteous service to internal and external customers.
Ability to follow established procedures, instructions, and safety guidelines.
Willingness to learn and use warehouse technology, software, and scanning equipment.
Strong communication skills and willingness to identify and report problems or concerns proactively.
Dependability, initiative, and a strong sense of ownership in completing assigned responsibilities.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical warehouse activities for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Accurately pick, pack, stage, load, receive, and ship customer orders according to established company procedures.
Load and unload box trucks, flatbeds, semi-trailers, and other delivery vehicles while following material-handling and safety procedures.
Inspect and verify products for damage, shade variation, quantity, and shipping accuracy; document and report discrepancies.
Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment in accordance with company policies and training requirements.
Use warehouse management software, scanners, and other technology to complete and document warehouse transactions accurately.
Maintain inventory accuracy by following receiving, stocking, picking, and inventory movement procedures.
Participate in cycle counts, inventory audits, and verification processes; report and help resolve discrepancies.
Provide professional, courteous, and timely service to internal and external customers, including order-pickup customers and employees at other branches.
Communicate order status, product availability, discrepancies, and potential delays to warehouse leadership and other departments.
Keep the warehouse, equipment, storage racks, staging areas, loading docks, and surrounding grounds clean, safe, and organized.
Keep aisles, emergency exits, fire equipment, and designated work areas clear of obstructions.
Receive, inspect, label, store, and organize product samples and showroom materials to keep them accessible and prevent damage.
Follow safety procedures, including proper lifting techniques, use of personal protective equipment, and safe equipment operation.
Promptly report damaged products, unsafe conditions, equipment issues, and operational concerns to warehouse leadership.
Complete assigned responsibilities accurately, efficiently, and within established expectations.
Collaborate with warehouse, sales, showroom, delivery, and customer service teams to support branch operations and customer satisfaction.
Perform other warehouse-related duties as assigned by management.