Freight/Receiving

The Home Depot; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot in Knoxville is seeking a Freight/Receiving Associate to help stock the store and prepare for daily business. You will load and unload trucks, move material from receiving to the selling floor, and may operate forklifts while ensuring correct pricing and on-hand counts.

Direct customer interactions are often required, so strong service skills are essential. This role supports a fast-paced retail environment, with responsibilities spanning receiving, stocking, and customer

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Ability to load/unload trucks and stock store shelves.
• Attention to pricing accuracy and inventory on-hands.
• Direct customer interaction may be required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks to stock the store.
• Move material from receiving to selling floor as needed.
• Assist with pricing accuracy and on-hand counts.
• Engage with customers to provide help and information.

Skills

Customer service

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Purpose:

Associates in Freight/Receiving positions ensure the store is stocked and ready for business every day. They load and unload trucks, move material from the receiving area throughout the store, may operate forklifts and may perform critical functions for maintaining proper on-hands and pricing for our customers. Direct customer interaction is frequently required for some positions and excellent customer service skills are required. The Freight/Receiving positions may include Freight Team Associate, Freight Team Lead, Receiving Associate and Receiving Support.