Warehouse Associate/ Furniture Technician

Warehouse Associate/Furniture Technician

We are hiring immediately for full time Warehouse Associates to load and unload products by hand and with the assistance of forklift and other powered vehicles from trailers and containers storage locations in our fast-paced Distribution & Fulfillment Center. At Ashley, you’ll have independence in your work and shifts that align with your needs. Choose from various schedule options that allow you to control when you work and how long your shifts are.

Our ideal candidate is reliable and enjoys a physically active warehouse environment. You’ll be working independently but as part of a large, motivated and high achieving team moving large product in a dynamic distribution center setting. The work is fast paced and self-driven allowing for a high level of independence throughout the day.

What you’ll do as a Warehouse Team Member:

• Transfer materials within the Warehouse facility as needed.
• You will frequently transport loads of up to 100 pounds and occasionally manipulate up to 250 pounds.
• Operate Forklifts or other powered vehicles in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Make safety for yourself and your co-workers a top priority at all times.

What skills you will need:

• Ability to learn our basic computer and warehouse / distribution center scanning systems.
• You are able to obtain a valid, company-issued Forklift or Powered Industrial Vehicles license where required.
• You have basic counting, math and measurement skills.
• You can read, write, and comprehend the meaning of basic communications.
• Ability to reliably work a defined full time schedule

  The Product Technician Level 2 completes minor furniture repairs on all types of product damage, including handling or damages that may occur with furniture purchased from HomeStore during transit.  Types of products included are case goods, upholstery and leather goods.

  The Warehouse Technician is primarily responsible for the repair of case goods, leather and upholstery furniture.   On occasion there may be a need to travel to customer’s homes to assist with warranty, manufacture defects and damaged furniture and reporting back to Home Store with all findings.

  The Warehouse Technician is accountable for the repair of case goods, leather and upholstery furniture in an effective and timely manner according to Ashley Store SOPs.  The Warehouse Technician is accountable to keep his work area/shop clean and organized in order to operate in a Lean and safe manner.

  Responsibilities:

  • Repairs with little guidance on all product types.
  • Completes all repair types of entry level with additional skills requirements. 
  • Performs minor repair on top of surface of case pieces and tables.  
  • Performs solid color paper/side refinishes.
  • Performs small corner damages that requires rebuild. 
  • Has general understanding of spray booth set up and use. 
  • Performs advance replacement part repairs.
  • Communicates any maintenance of tools, parts and hardware needed as well as keeping repair area/shop clean.
  • Helps to inspect damaged product and conveys if it can be repaired to like new conditions.
  • Works with warehouse personnel on techniques of minor touch up on products during the inspection process.
  • Documents and follows through on reoccurring product damages.
  • Assists other technicians.
  • Accurately reports situations that occur when repairs can not be completed.
  • Must be able to assess damages to determine the most efficient way to repair them.
  • Identifies damage, loss or surplus of goods and materials stored in the warehouse.
  • Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.
  • Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.
  • Maintains proper safety usage of all products that are used within the department.

Pay Warehouse Associate: $18.00 - $19.50

Pay Furniture Tech: $19.00 - $25.00  

Exclusive benefits built for you.

• Very competitive pay
• Medical and dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Great opportunities for career growth
• Furniture Discounts

Benefits: When you join our family, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits programs which include Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts and 401(k) to eligible Team Members.  Depending on your hire date and any specific requirements of your work location, you may be eligible for up to 80 hours of PTO during the first calendar year of your employment, which includes paid sick leave in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

Ashley values its diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on the basis of an individual’s skills, qualifications, merit, and business need. 

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility

Salary : $18 - $25