Retail Warehouse Associate

Steinhafels Furniture; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Educational Assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Steinhafels Furniture in Oak Creek, Wisconsin is hiring an associate for their retail store backroom. The position requires unboxing, assembling, and moving furniture as well as unloading semi trailers and assisting customers with pick-up. Attention to detail and physical stamina are essential.

Benefits include participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical insurance, 401(k), and more. The role demands strong customer service and safety compliance skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a 75lb physical lift test prior to employment.
• Strong attendance and punctuality.
• Schedule flexibility including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assembling furniture according to manufacturer specifications.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, and moving furniture to designated areas.
• Assisting customers with merchandise pick-up.
• Maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Unpacking and preparing new furniture for display.
• Organizing and displaying furniture in the showroom.
• Adhering to safety protocols during furniture handling.
• Demonstrating initiative while working independently.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Customer service

Power tool proficiency

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Steinhafels is currently recruiting for an associate to work Wednesday thru Friday in our retail store backroom. This position holds the overall responsibility for efficiently unboxing, assembling, and moving furniture to the showroom floor, as well as unloading semi trailers and loading furniture into customers' vehicles. The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a strong focus on customer service.

Benefits

• 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

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, weekends, holidays when needed.