Retail Warehouse Associate

Steinhafels, Inc.; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Steinhafels, a 100% employee-owned company with over 90 years in business, seeks a Retail Warehouse Associate for their Harwood Heights location. This full-time role involves furniture movement, assembly, and excellent customer service. Enjoy a company culture focused on work-life balance and various benefits, including participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan and comprehensive health insurance.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Educational Assistance

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to assemble furniture accurately and safely.
• Must have good physical capacity to lift heavy items.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Move and assemble furniture for display.
• Assist customers with merchandise pick-up.
• Maintain inventory and organize showroom layout.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Customer service

Reliability

Self-motivated

Power tool proficiency

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Steinhafels is currently recruiting for an associate to work in our furniture warehouse and retail store backroom. This position holds the overall responsibility for efficiently moving furniture to the showroom floor, as well as unboxing, assembling, and re-boxing a wide variety of furniture. The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a strong focus on customer service.

Why makes Steinhafels a great place to work?

• We are 100% employee owned!
• Steinhafels has been in business for over 90 years!
• A company culture focused on work-life balance
• Steinhafels has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Southeastern Wisconsin 10 times
  
  
  

Our Benefits (based on eligibility)

• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Educational Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Access to company EAP
  
  
  

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Primary Duties Include

• Furniture Assembly & Construction Accurately and properly assembling furniture according to manufacturer specifications, ensuring all pieces are constructed safely and meet quality standards.
• Furniture Movement Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling of furniture, ensuring items are safely transported to designated areas on the showroom floor.
• Customer Assistance Assisting customers with merchandise pick-up, ensuring a smooth and efficient process, and offering excellent customer service throughout.
• Inventory Management Maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring proper tracking of products, and reporting any discrepancies or damaged items promptly.
• Unboxing & Re-boxing Unpacking new furniture and preparing it for display, as well as re-boxing items as necessary for storage or shipping.
• Showroom Maintenance Assisting with the organization and display of furniture in the showroom to ensure a visually appealing and safe environment.
• Safety Compliance Adhering to safety protocols while handling furniture, using the proper lifting techniques and tools to prevent injury and ensure the safety of all employees and customers.
• Self-Motivated Must be proactive, able to work independently, and demonstrate initiative with minimal supervision.
• Power Tool Proficiency Must have the ability to safely and effectively use various power tools for furniture assembly.
• Reliability Strong attendance and punctuality are essential to maintain operational efficiency.
• Physical Requirements Must be able to pass a 75lb physical lift test prior to employment, demonstrating the ability to lift and handle heavy furniture items.
• Schedule Flexibility Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
  
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration

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