Warehouse Associate

Wayfair; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 25,830 - 27,896; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Wayfair is seeking a Warehouse Associate in La Vergne, TN to ensure efficient logistics and customer satisfaction. The role involves handling and moving furniture, utilizing technology for inventory tracking, and adhering to strict safety protocols.

Candidates should be physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs unassisted and familiar with warehouse equipment. Benefits include competitive pay with opportunities for growth and comprehensive health packages. Join us in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for a full shift in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Experience with material handling equipment for at least 6 months.
• Previous warehousing or logistics experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, and move furniture orders and inventory.
• Utilize scanners and warehouse software to track inventory.
• Perform quality control tasks to prevent product damage.
• Operate material handling equipment when certified.
• Adhere to safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Physical capability

Ability to read and comprehend English

Equipment experience

Comfort with heights

Technical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cherry picker

Order picker

Handheld inventory devices

Job description

Location: La Vergne, TN | Job Type: Seasonal | Pay: $18.75 - $20.25

About the Role: Your Impact

As a Warehouse Associate at Wayfair, you are the engine of our logistics network, directly responsible for ensuring our customers receive their orders quickly and in perfect condition. We move large volumes of product, from small parcels to full-size furniture, and rely on your focus on speed, safety, and attention to detail to keep our supply chain moving.

This is a fast-paced, high-energy environment where you’ll be cross-trained across various fulfillment functions, giving you diverse experience in every step of the process—from inbound receipt to preparing final‑mile deliveries.

Why Join Our Team? (Your Perks & Growth)

• Competitive Pay: The listed pay rate/range is just the start with potential for OT, shift differential, and bonuses.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Potential for medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off based on role type.
• Safety First Culture: We are relentlessly focused on a safe work environment for all employees.
• Growth Opportunities: We value data‑driven decisions and promote from within, offering clear paths for career advancement in operations, team leadership, and management.

What You’ll Do (Core Responsibilities)

• Handling & Movement: Safely load, unload, and move large and small furniture orders and inventory of various sizes. This will involve manually lifting items up to 75 lbs. unassisted and maneuvering/team lifting products up to 150 lbs.
• Technology & Inventory: Utilize scanners, handheld devices (e.g., Nexus), and warehouse software to accurately track, process, and update inventory and order locations across all operational stages.
• Quality & Preparation: Perform comprehensive quality control tasks, which may include inspecting, assembling (deluxing), repackaging, labeling, and sorting products to prevent damage before shipping.
• MHE Operation: When certified, safely operate various Material Handling Equipment (MHE), such as order pickers, electronic pallet jacks, and reach trucks, often at high elevations.
• Safety & Teamwork: Strictly adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area (5S) to ensure safety and efficiency.

What You’ll Need

• Physical Capability:
  • The ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work a full shift (8+ hours a day) in a dynamic, non‑climate‑controlled warehouse environment.
  • The ability to frequently lift and move merchandise up to 75+ lbs. unassisted.
• Able to read and comprehend English to ensure your safety and the safety of those working around you.
• Equipment Experience: Minimum 6 months of cherry picker, order picker, or related MHE experience required.
• Comfort with Heights: Must be comfortable working at heights (up to 40ft) while handling large products.
• Experience (Preferred): Previous warehouse, logistics, or comparable experience is preferred. A High School Diploma or GED is also preferred.
• Technical Skills: Basic ability to use computers, tablets, and handheld inventory devices is essential.

Assistance for Individuals With Disabilities

Wayfair is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. As part of this commitment, Wayfair will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on business operations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not discriminate against individuals with disabilities in any aspect of the hiring, selection, training, promotion, and compensation process.