Merchandise Handler I

Crate & Barrel; Cranbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel is seeking a Merchandise Handler I to help ensure accurate receiving and shipping in our distribution center. This role balances safety, efficiency, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

You will operate forklifts, build pallets, stage products, and collaborate with teammates to meet daily productivity goals. High school diploma preferred; training provided.

No prior experience required; we value reliability and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with training and resource materials for the role.
• Awareness of loss prevention, security, and safety policies.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Basic English language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload trailers using dollies or motorized equipment.
• Operate material handling equipment safely (stand‑up forklift).
• Build stable pallets of merchandise.
• Stages unloaded products.
• Communicate issues to supervisor (location system or loading/unloading).
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, pallets; maintains housekeeping.
• Rotates through departments to meet business demands.
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems.
• Performs all tasks assigned by leadership to meet productivity and quality goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Training resources understanding

Loss prevention & safety awareness

Attention to detail

Basic English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As a vital member of our team, the Merchandise Handler I plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and efficient receiving and/or shipping operations in our distribution center. This is a strategic, detail-oriented role perfect for someone who is deeply committed to safety and passionate about delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

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