1st Shift Warehouse Associate

Famous Footwear; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Footwear operates a distribution center in Tennessee, seeking an attentive, detail-oriented associate to support inventory processing and shipping. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to standard operating procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires basic math, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and comfort working on feet for extended periods. Training and cross-training opportunities are available to grow within the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a distribution environment preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed Labor standards/KPIs.
• Process inventory transactions by case or pair.
• Perform processing activities per work instructions.
• Operate facility equipment (e.g., carton erector).
• Maintain pace with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Pack cartons neatly and apply correct shipping labels.
• Conduct quality assurance activities as required.
• Identify improvement opportunities and share with supervisors.
• Assist in training and cross-training activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to learn new order processing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF devices

Job description

• Assures property safety procedures are followed.
• Assures compliance of company policies at all times.
• Assures the maintenance of facilities; Housekeeping – 5S
• Assures high quality standards in performance of operational processes are reached.
• Assures daily operations are completed efficiently with daily goals accomplished.

What We Do – Accountabilities

• Assures property safety procedures are followed.
• Assures compliance of company policies at all times.
• Assures the maintenance of facilities; Housekeeping – 5S
• Assures high quality standards in performance of operational processes are reached.
• Assures daily operations are completed efficiently with daily goals accomplished.

Essential Functions

• Meets or exceeds Labor standards/KPIs
• Physically and systematically process inventory transactions by case or pair through the facility.
• Perform processing activities as defined by the work instruction by functional area.
• Operate equipment as required by functional work area. (for example- Carton erector)
• Work at a steady pace and with a sense of urgency.
• Maintain a high attention to detail.
• Pack cartons in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Ensure the correct shipping label is applied to the outbound carton.
• Perform Quality assurance activities as required.
• Perform value add activities as required.
• Assist in resolution of operational issues.
• Communicate operational errors to supervisors.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement as best practices.
• Adopt and support changes in policies and procedures.
• Perform training while also participating in cross-training activities.
• Maintain equipment and supply stocks.
• Perform 5 S Audit as requested.
• Perform Safety inspections as requested.
• Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to learn new order processing technology.
• Assist in other areas of the operation.
• Ability to take direction and feedback.
• Ability to comprehend and apply work instructions.

Preferred Qualifications & Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years’ experience in distribution environment
• Experience using RF devices
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation
• Able to be on feet for the entire shift.
• May be required to work at heights, such as mezzanines, use ladders to fix carton jams.
• Must be capable of performing basic math.
• Remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Must be able to work extended hours or days.

Physical Requirements And/or Environment

Distribution Center