Shipping Material Handler

Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc.; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay Program

401K with 4% match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Havertys Distribution Team is seeking a Shipping Material Handler to assist in unboxing, inspecting, and preparing customer merchandise for shipment. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The position offers a starting wage of $16.50 per hour, with daily pay options, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy lifting throughout shift, up to 150 lbs.
• Pass criminal background check, lifting assessment, and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in teams of 2 to 4 to unbox, inspect, assemble, and wrap customer merchandise for shipment.
• Inspect and handle merchandise such as sofas, mattresses, tables, chairs, etc.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness; follow safety policies; support quality checks for delivery readiness.

Skills

Team Player

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Job description

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Job Description

We’re looking for bright, energetic individuals to join our Distribution Team as a Shipping 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 $16.50 an hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am to completion

This is your Opportunity to:

• Collaborate in teams of 2 to 4 to unbox, inspect, assemble, and wrap customer merchandise for shipment.
• Properly inspect and handle merchandise, such as 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.
• Learn to properly inspect products for quality in preparation for Home Delivery.
• Contribute to company safety culture by adherence to safety policies.
• Maintain a clean work environment free from tripping hazards.
• Salary starts at $16.50 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.
• Monday – Friday, 8:00 am 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 loading and unloading trucks, utilize proper material handling techniques, and wrapping and unwrapping merchandise.
• 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