Receiving Operator II

Purple; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Earn a Mattress

Purple Swag

Amazing Purple Products

Job summary

Purple is seeking a Warehouse Receiving Associate in McDonough, GA. You will manage receiving, counting stock, and recording data to support lean, efficient operations.

The role requires forklift operation, inventory accuracy, and collaboration with the warehouse manager and purchasing teams. The position emphasizes safety, organized storage, and timely handling of stock, with a standard full-time schedule and competitive on-site benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year warehouse experience.
• Ability to drive forklift and handle stock movements.
• Maintain inventory records and ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with engineering and purchasing personnel.

Responsibilities

• Receive and count stock items; record data manually or digitally.
• Verify inventory against physical counts; investigate discrepancies.
• Store items in orderly, accessible receiving area.
• Mark stock items with labels and identification.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of storage areas.
• Determine proper storage methods and stock location.
• Keep records of stock usage and damage.
• Inspect items for wear or defects and report issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory recordkeeping

Material distribution

Coordination with warehouse team

Safety compliance

Communication with engineering/purch

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

Purple is a digitally-native vertical brand with a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. To us, comfort means more than great products, it means empowering every employee to feel comfortable being themselves. We believe your career at Purple will be a one-of-a-kind “Career in Comfort” because our workforce is one-of-a-kind. We are committed to a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and understood. As an innovation company at our core, we believe a diversity workforce brings better insights, solutions and products and serves as the backbone to bettering our company. Join with us as we add to our team of exceptional individuals who will help us take over the world — one mattress at a time.

Compensation

The compensation target for this role is: $21.75

Job Summary

This position objective will be to manage the receiving process by Inspection, recording and unloading products supporting our Purple manufacturing. This individual will coordinate with warehouse manager and purchasing in the development of lean efficient receiving practices.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive and count stock items, and record data manually or using computer
• Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors
• Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in receiving area
• Mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Determine proper storage methods, identification, and stock location
• Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment
• Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors
• Transfer of damaged or defective items or return them to designate areas

Required Skills, Education, Experience

• Drive forklift in order to pick up incoming stock or to deliver parts to designated locations
• Maintain records of inventories, shortages, shipments and good used or issued
• Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies to customers or coworkers, based on information from incoming requisitions
• Confer with engineering and purchasing personnel and vendors regarding stock procurement and availability
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a warehouse environment.

Physical Requirements

Physical activities may occasionally include:

• Remaining in stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.

Physical Activities May Constantly Include

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.

Environmental Conditions May Occasionally Include

• Noisy open office environment

Work Hours (Good Faith Estimate)

This full-time position is expected to work approximately 30-40 hours per week. This is a good faith estimate, and actual hours may vary based on business needs.

Benefits And Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Earn a Mattress
• Purple Swag
• Amazing Purple Products

WHY WORK AT PURPLE?

• Make your mark: We value innovative thinking. At Purple, you will be empowered to bring your ideas to life as we work together to improve people’s lives through comfort.
• Gain unique experience: Be a part of one of the fastest growing companies in Utah! The contributions you make will matter at Purple as the company continues to grow with you.
• Awesome culture: Join the tight-knit team at Purple and you can enjoy working alongside industry experts, making close friends, and annual employee appreciation events.

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.