Warehouse Secondary Shipping Lead
About The Position
Havertys is hiring a Warehouse Secondary Shipping Lead for its Distribution Team. This onsite, hands-on role prepares and inspects furniture before delivery, organizes merchandise by delivery route, and helps direct team workflow in coordination with the shipping supervisor. The position uses MDC (My Delivery Center) to review delivery exceptions, complete task lists, document inspection instructions, and upload photos. The role requires careful handling of furniture, attention to quality and safety standards, and maintaining a clean warehouse work area. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to completion. The hourly pay is $17.50 to $19.50, based on experience. Havertys provides onsite training and describes opportunities for advancement.
Requirements
- Ability to lift and move furniture weighing up to 150 pounds and perform heavy lifting throughout the shift.
- Must comply with Havertys safety requirements and complete and understand all company-sponsored safety programs.
- Good communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work as a team player.
- Must pass a criminal background check, lifting assessment, and drug test.
- Must successfully complete a physical assessment.
- Must wear proper Havertys-provided uniforms; steel-toed work boots or shoes are required, and safety gear must be worn when applicable.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and load and unload trucks, handle materials, and wrap and unwrap merchandise.
Nice To Haves
- Previous warehouse supervisor or lead experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare furniture for delivery by performing various duties.
- Review and work the route-based “To Do List” to ensure products meet customer expectations before loading into the chute.
- Document training materials and special inspection instructions in MDC before items are verified in the chute.
- Work with the shipping supervisor to direct the team in meeting exception and productivity standards.
- Use MDC to review delivery exceptions and efficiently direct the team’s workflow.
- Uncarton or unwrap furniture and inspect it for defects and damage.
- Place prepared merchandise in chutes and organize the chutes in delivery order.
- Complete the MDC “To Do List” and take or upload pictures to MDC as necessary.
- Maintain working knowledge of MDC and meet production and quality goals.
- Properly handle and care for furniture.
- Verify and reconcile chute inventory.
- Make decisions regarding reselects.
- Track damaged merchandise, photograph it, and move it physically and with the scanner to the proper location.
- Maintain a clean, clear work environment free from trip hazards.
Benefits
- Paid comprehensive training.
- Daily Pay Program allowing team members to draw pay between pay cycles.
- 401(k) program with a 4% company match.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid vacation, sick time, personal days, and company holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement within the company.
- Opportunities to give back to the community.
- Associate discount on merchandise.
- Team Member Referral bonus program.
- Educational financial assistance.
- Complimentary health and wellness program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
