Merchandise Handler I

Crate and Barrel; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate and Barrel in Newton, NC is seeking a Merchandise Handler I to support receiving, staging, and stocking merchandise. You will load/unload trailers, operate forklifts, and build stable pallets while ensuring safety and accuracy.

This entry-level role emphasizes teamwork, training on new systems, and daily productivity. No experience required, HS diploma preferred; you will rotate across departments to meet business needs and maintain clean, organized product areas.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Understanding of training and communication resources related to the position.
• Awareness of loss prevention, security and safety guidelines.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic English language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Loads / unloads trailers using dollies or motorized equipment
• Operates all material handling equipment safely: stand-up type forklift (PE, PC, RC)
• Responsible for building stable pallets of merchandise
• Responsible for staging unloaded products
• Communicates any problems to the supervisor including issues with the merchandise location system or with the merchandise being loaded / unloaded
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Training resources

Loss prevention

Attention to detail

English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

A day in the life as a Merchandise Handler I

• Loads / unloads trailers using dollies or motorized equipment
• Operates all material handling equipment safely: stand-up type forklift (PE, PC, RC)
• Responsible for building stable pallets of merchandise
• Responsible for staging unloaded products
• Communicates any problems to the supervisor including issues with the merchandise location system or with the merchandise being loaded / unloaded
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

What you'll bring to the table

• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position
• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals
• Attention to detail
• Basic English Language proficiency preferred

We'd love to hear from you if you have

• No experience required
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred