Helper

American Furniture Rental; Avon (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

American Furniture Rental is seeking a Warehouse Helper to assist in preparing goods for packaging, assembly, and distribution. You will package and wrap products to company standards, assemble items and stage orders as directed by management, and protect/secure furniture during loading and transport.

You will use a hand truck or pallet jack, maintain a clean truck cab and cargo area, and report repairs or safety concerns.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in inventory preparation, packing, wrapping and loading van line, domestic and international shipments.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• The Helper will assist in preparing goods for packaging, assembly and distribution.
• Package and wrap product in compliance to company best practices.
• Assemble product, and or stage orders as directed by management.
• Wrap product with plastic wrap, furniture blankets and label accordingly.
• Use a hand truck, pallet jack as needed.
• Protect furniture, load and secure in a safe manner.
• Assist the Driver in maintaining a clean, organized truck cab and cargo area.
• Report any needed repairs to management as damages or issues occur.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures paying special attention to health and/ or safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Assist the lead driver or warehouse lead in unloading or loading trucks.
• Help maintain a clean work environment.
• Assist the lead driver while backing up to ensure safety.

Skills

Inventory preparation

Packing and wrapping

Loading shipments

Customer service

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools (screwdrivers, cordless drills)

Job description

The Helper will assist in preparing goods for packaging, assembly and distribution.RESPONSIBILITIES:Package and wrap product in compliance to company best practices.Assemble product, and or stage orders as directed by managementWrap product with plastic wrap, furniture blankets and label accordinglyUse a hand truck, palette jack as needed.Protect furniture, load and secure in a safe mannerAssist the Driver in maintaining a clean, organized truck cab and cargo areaReport any needed repairs to management as damages or issues occurAdhere to all company policies and procedures paying special attention to health and/ or safety procedures.Perform other related duties as assigned.Assist the lead driver or warehouse lead in unloading or loading trucks.Help maintain a clean work environment.Assist the lead driver while backing up to ensure safety.EDUCATION/TRAINING: Degree: High School Diploma or EquivalentEXPERIENCE: Prior Experience in inventory preparation, packing, wrapping and loading van line, domestic and International containerized shipments required.ADDITIONAL SKILLS:Ability to read, write and comprehend EnglishCustomer relations and customer service skillsAbility to lift up to 75 pounds, climb stairs, bend and be physically active for extended periodsAbility to use basic tools such as screw drivers, cordless drills etc.…Math aptitude, organization and reading skillsDiversity ensures the success of our careers, and our lives. AMERICAN FURNITURE RENTAL, INC. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.