Warehouse Associate

ASSISTANCE ET MAITRISE TECHNIQUE; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Warehouse in Georgia is seeking full-time Warehouse Associate to load and unload packages and furniture in a fast-paced environment. You will handle lifting, sorting, scanning, and stacking while ensuring safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities include inventory verification, operating warehouse equipment safely, and assisting with other duties as needed. Prior warehouse experience, especially with furniture, is preferred; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of warehouse experience.
• Furniture handling experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift heavy furniture.
• Flexibility to work beyond quitting time when needed.
• Detail-oriented with good record keeping.
• Forklift certification/experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload packages/boxes (furniture) in a fast-paced setting.
• Sort packages by size and weight, by hand, with lifting, pushing, pulling, and scanning.
• Assist with inventory verification and maintenance.
• Perform other warehouse duties as needed.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Forklift certification

Pallet jack operation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:

We are hiring full-time individuals to load and unload packages/boxes in our fast-paced environment. Warehouse Associates are responsible for warehouse duties including: the physical loading, unloading of heavy furniture and/or sorting of packages/boxes of varying sizes and weights by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, scanning, staging, wrapping, as well as physical bending, twisting, kneeling, etc. Associates are also responsible for operating warehouse equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Shifts may vary depending on warehouse package volume and business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading packages/boxes (furniture) in our fast-paced environment
• Sorting packages/boxes of varying sizes and weights by hand: lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, scanning, staging, wrapping, etc.
• Assisting in verifying inventory quantity and inventory level maintenance
• Assisting with other warehouse duties as needed
• Operating warehouse equipment in a safe manner

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year minimum of previous warehouse experience desired
• Experience working with furniture preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with heavy furniture
• Flexibility to working past quitting time to get the job done
• Detailed record keeping
• Previous Forklift Certification/Experience is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds regularly and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
• Pushing and Pulling: Ability to push and pull wheeled carts or pallet jacks loaded with merchandise
• Bending, Stooping, and Reaching: Ability to bend, stoop, and reach overhead frequently
• Physical Stamina: Demonstrate physical stamina and endurance to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle and manipulate small parts or delicate items with precision
• Flexibility to work extended hours or weekends when necessary to address urgent operational needs

Job Type:Full-time

Metropolitan Warehouse is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.