Receiving Material Handler

Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc.; Colonial Heights (VA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

401K Match

Medical Benefits

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Referral Bonus

Wellness Program

Job summary

Havertys is hiring a Receiving Material Handler in the Richmond area to join the distribution team. The role involves unloading merchandise from delivery trucks, staging items for transport, and maintaining a safe, clean work area. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour with Daily Pay options.

You will work overnight Sunday–Thursday, in teams of 2–4, and learn Havertys standards for handling home goods while contributing to customer service, quality and teamwork. Opportunities for advancement exist.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy lifting throughout shift, up to 150 lbs.
• Team player with willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Must pass a criminal background check, lifting assessment, and drug test.
• Warehouse experience preferred; proper Havertys uniform and safety gear required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in teams of 2 to 4 to unload merchandise from trucks.
• Stage merchandise for transport to staging areas or storage racks.
• Uphold safety standards and keep a clean, hazard-free work area.
• Learn Havertys handling standards for home goods and contribute to team goals.

Skills

Heavy lifting 150 lbs

Team player

Criminal background check

Lifting assessment

Drug test

Warehouse experience

Uniforms provided

Safety gear usage

Overnight shift

Job description

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Job Description

We’re looking for bright, energetic individuals to join our Distribution Team as a Receiving Material Handler. Advance your career with Havertys, the most established Furniture Retailer in the industry. Your onsite, hands-on training begins on your first day, where you’ll learn Havertys standards for handling quality Home Goods. You’ll thrive in our team environment where our focus is always superior Customer Service, Integrity, Quality, and Teamwork.

Pay: Starting at $17.00 an hour

Schedule: Overnight, Sunday – Thursday [time] to completion

This is your Opportunity to:

• Collaborate in teams of 2 to 4 to unload merchandise from delivery trucks and shipping containers.
• Stage merchandise on carts in preparation for transport to shipping staging areas or storage racks. Examples of merchandise are sofas, sectionals, power lift chairs, mattresses, bedroom furniture, dressers, bookcases, dining tables, chairs, etc.
• Showcase your ability to perform and provide value as a team member.
• Gain understanding of productivity standards and time management skills.
• Learn proper handling of materials and merchandise to minimize damage and injury.
• Contribute to company safety culture by adherence to safety policies.
• Maintain a clean work environment free from tripping hazards.
• Salary starts at $17.00 per hour
• Get Paid Daily. Team members have the flexibility to Draw Pay between pay cycles.

We Offer:

• Flexibility to draw pay between pay cycles with our Daily Pay Program.
• 401K program with a company match of 4%.
• Generous benefits package with premier medical, dental, and vision partners.
• Paid time-off includes vacation, sick time, personal days, company holidays.
• Ability to advance within the company if desired.
• Opportunities to give back to the community.
• Substantial associate discount on our quality merchandise.
• Bonus program for Team Member Referrals.
• Complimentary health and wellness program.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Ability to perform heavy lifting throughout shift, up to 150 lbs.
• Team Player
• Ability to pass Criminal Background check, Lifting Assessment, and Drug Test
• Previous warehouse experience a plus
• Warehouse setting: must wear proper Havertys-provided uniforms, steel-toed work boots/shoes required, safety gear when applicable.
• Overnight, Sunday – Thursday [time] to completion

Physical Demands:

• Must successfully complete a physical assessment to be considered for the position.
• You must have the ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move furniture up to 150 pounds while unloading trucks and loading/unloading flatbeds, and utilize proper material handling techniques.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He/she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon the request of his superior.

Havertys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havertys does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Nearest Major Market: Richmond
Job Segment: Industrial, Warehouse, Shipping and Receiving, Manufacturing, Operations