Warehouse Receiving Associate 6 AM

American Furniture Warehouse • Englewood, CO

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Receiving Associate helps ensure AFW products are safely received from truck shipments into the warehouse before delivery to customers. The role involves safely and efficiently loading, unloading, identifying, and tagging merchandise. The ideal candidate pays close attention to detail, meets quality standards, and may develop strategies to improve receiving processes. Training is provided, and career advancement opportunities include Receiving Associate II and III. This is a full-time, hourly position with a 6 AM shift and no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to become certified to operate warehouse equipment.
• Ability to be trained in the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to work well with team members, management, and other departments.
• Ability to use correct lifting and team-lifting techniques.
• Ability to work at heights and fill orders from 0 to 35 feet above ground.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating warehouse equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, or cherry picker.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Break down merchandise inside trailers and containers by unstaking and positioning it for removal.
• Match packing lists to vendor labels and use RF scanners to maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Identify merchandise by vendor label and apply the corresponding AFW label when directed by management.
• Safely load and unload merchandise to and from pallets and skids.
• Become certified to operate warehouse equipment and use it safely after certification and training.
• Lock out and tag out equipment as needed.
• Use correct lifting and team-lifting techniques.
• Keep the department, walking lanes, and nearby areas clean and professional.
• Communicate and cooperate constructively with fellow associates.
• Follow AFW safety policies and procedures and promote awareness of personal and workplace safety.
• Perform other duties assigned or directed by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with FSA options.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Vacation and sick pay.
• Tuition assistance.
• Gym facilities.
• Weekly pay.
• Additional $2.00 per hour for third shift and an additional $2.00 per hour for weekends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed