Freight/Receiving

The Home Depot; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot in Georgia is seeking a Freight/Receiving Associate to help ensure the store is stocked and ready for business. You will load and unload trucks, move material from the receiving area to the sales floor, and may operate forklifts.

Direct customer interaction is often required, so strong customer service skills are essential. You will help maintain correct on-hands and pricing while supporting a fast-paced retail environment. Teamwork and reliability are highly valued on every shift.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to lift, move, and position merchandise as part of daily work.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks to stock the store.
• Move material from receiving to shelves throughout the store.
• Operate forklifts as needed.
• Maintain accurate on-hands and pricing for customers.

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.