Operations Associate
At Morris Furniture Company, our values represent our distinctive core beliefs-the Morris way of doing business. Our mission is "Making Homes Great" and we bring our mission to life through our values of: Professionalism, Quality, Ownership, Collaboration, Integrityand Fun.
Purpose: The Operations Associate can be assigned to responsibilities within various departments including Receiving, Returns, Customer Pick-Up, Repair Shop, Prep and Assembly, etc., which may require specialized skills or training.
General Description of Duties:
- Reads work orders, shipping orders, and demonstrates ability to follow verbal/written instructions from lead, supervisor, or manager
- Un-boxes, properly assembles, and makes minor repairs to furniture and attaches identifying tags or labels to materials
- Safely transports, loads, and unloads materials and products to designated areas utilizing pallets, hand trucks, carts, dollies, shelving, and other devices
- Responsible for proper use and care of warehouse equipment to include RF scan guns, radios, tablets, etc.
- Is aware of surrounding at all times while responsibly following all safety processes, including the use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- May be assigned facility maintenance duties as needed such as sweeping, dusting and mopping
- Organize warehouse and work area for safety, cleanliness, and order at all times
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a Distribution Center/Warehouse environment
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds while loading/unloading furniture and operating powered equipment, hand trucks, and carts
- Ability to quickly move your hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects when handling, installing, positioning, or moving furniture
- Experience working with/around powered equipment, warehouse machinery, and hand/power tools preferred
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Positive working attitude
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Available to work over-time as needed
What are the benefits of a career with Morris Home?
- Comprehensive benefits packages (medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) and more)
- We frequently promote from within and offer many advancement opportunities
- Supports a strong culture of giving through many community-based programs and charities
- Fitness Center on site and tons of team sports opportunities outside of work!
- PTO and 5 days of vacation time after 90 days of employment