DescriptionAt American Signature Inc., we believe everyone has the right to a well-furnished life. Since 1948, we have been helping families fill their homes with furniture they love. Our company includes more than 120 family-owned and operated stores. As a Material Handleryou are a part of this family and critical to our success. This role is responsible for shipping and receiving merchandise and executing other distribution center operations. The Material Handler reports directly to the Operations Supervisor.Why you'll want to join our team:
- Join a historic, family-owned business that has helped furnish the lives of customers for nearly 80 years
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits & 401K plan
- Our team members are encouraged to develop and move into more challenging roles as their career progresses.
- Employee discounts at our affiliate brands which include- Value City Furniture, American Signature Furniture, DSW, and American Eagle Outfitters
What your day will look like:
- Unpack and load merchandise onto and off of trucks
- Follows best practices regarding tagging and scanning of product, ensuring accurate shipping
- Meet productivity goals and utilizes time efficiently
- Ensure that our stores and ultimately our customers receive their furniture in perfect working condition
- Embody our values: Serve Others and Own It
Requirements
- Willing to submit to physical capability test and background check
- Ability to perform continuous lifting and moving of heavy furniture
- Can be counted on to be punctual and reliable for scheduled shifts
- Ability to follow safety guidelines
- Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other team members
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
- Embody an adventure guide; passion for the business, bringing curiosity and innovation to the job
- Proactive approach; identifies and solves problems
- Adaptability; flexible to shifting priorities and a changing environment
- Desire to continuously improve