What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Specialist position at Warehouse of Fixtures, TNG?
Job Title: Warehouse Specialist
Warehouse of Fixtures has an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Specialist in our St. Louis location.
Warehouse of Fixtures continues the tradition of excellence in new, preowned, and refurbished office furniture. Our company serves businesses nationwide and internationally.
Our business has a strong community involvement, donating our time, money, and furniture to worthwhile local causes such as Operation Food Search, Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition, and the Urban League. We also have a very strong commitment to re-use/recycle, keeping furniture out of the waste stream every year.
Key Qualities:
- 15 Years of Operations Family Owned
- 60 Years of local name recognition
- Excellent reputation built around strong customer values, service, and solution-focused approach.
Summary of Position:
The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for receiving, storing, organizing, taking inventory, assembling, repairing, and delivering office furniture. The role requires strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, being mechanically inclined, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities:
- Assemble, disassemble, and repair furniture as required for customers’ orders.
- Use hand tools and basic machinery to complete production.
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and invoices.
- Organize and store inventory in designated locations using proper storage methods to prevent damage.
- Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks safely and efficiently.
- Pick, Pack, and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy and proper labeling.
- Ensure the workflow for the facility meets performance expectations and all customer orders are processed properly and on time.
- Load and unload trucks following safety protocols and proper furniture handling processes.
- Follow warehouse safety protocols, including proper lifting techniques and equipment usage.
- Assist in warehouse organization and cleanliness to ensure a safe and efficient workspace.
- Utilize warehouse management software and inventory tracking systems to log and monitor inventory transactions.
- Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits and data entry.
- Accurately document product movement, damages, returns, or discrepancies.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to improve workflow and resolve any operations issues.
- Perform quality work checks to ensure the warehouse meets quality standards.
- Ability to act decisively to resolve problems.
- Staying meticulously detailed oriented.
- Prioritizing and managing time effectively.
- Multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
- Report’s shortages and damaged materials.
- Interface with customers.
Knowledge / Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to communicate in both speech and writing.
- Ability to carry out goals and instructions and to follow through on assignments.
- Ability to work with multiple departments.
- Demonstrates a customer focus.
- Ability to safely move up to 100 lbs. or more with assistance.
- Ability to maintain heavy physical activity during shift.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, and walk frequently.
- Ability to work in indoor/outdoor climate.
- Basic Computer Knowledge.
- Able to obtain a Class E Drivers license.
Education and/or Experience:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum 1 to 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off / Flexible Hours
- Work week Monday - Friday
- Paid Weekly
- Great Team Atmosphere
- $200.00 sign on bonus provided after the successful completion of 90 day training.