Warehouse Associate (Part-time or Seasonal)

Mackey's Inc.; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackey's Inc. in Colchester, Connecticut, is seeking a dedicated warehouse associate. This role involves teamwork to receive, stock, and merchandise products while ensuring a great retail environment. Ideal candidates enjoy active work and have previous experience in a warehouse setting.

Responsibilities include preparing freight for deliveries, loading delivery vehicles, and maintaining safety and product integrity. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, and candidates must be 18 years or older.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience in a warehouse or bulk material handling environment is preferred.
• Strong communication skills demonstrating empathy and respect.

Responsibilities

• Receive, stock, and display merchandise.
• Prepare freight for deliveries and load/unload shipments.
• Maintain an inclusive approach to teamwork with customers.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership qualities

Organization and prioritization

Teamwork and diversity awareness

Customer service

Tools

Forklifts

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

Job description

Description

Mackey’s Opportunity:

If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for teamwork, this could be the unique career opportunity you’ve been looking for. Be a part of a team that works hard to build a better business for our employees and our customers.

Mackey’s customers depend on us to support the place that means the most to them, their home.

As a warehouse associate you will partner with multiple teammates to receive, stock, display, merchandise, and maintain the best retail environment possible. Your work will include preparing freight for deliveries, loading delivery vehicles, unloading shipments and reconciling incoming shipments.

We're a small business with big dreams and we are looking for people who want to join us on this mission...because Mackey's Grows.

Work environment:

Mackey’s is a fast paced retail environment that involves continuous interaction with customers, team members, and the ongoing evolution of the store. Responsibilities require active movements that include reaching, bending, and lifting. Product weights range from 5 – 60 lbs., with occasional variances due to product condition. Seasonality of the business and corresponding product offerings involves the exposure to varying temperatures and allergens. Environment requires spending a prolonged period of time on her or his feet, standing or walking, continuously between breaks.

Schedule:

Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

Requirements

What abilities I must have:

• Problem solver who is able to resourcefully overcome challenges.
• Leadership qualities such as leading by example and supporting the success of team members.
• Exhibit organization and prioritization skills to complete deliverables within deadlines while managing intermittent requests and interruptions.
• Recognize and seek opportunities to learn more about products and processes to enhance Mackey’s company efficiency.
• Properly handle, maintain, and store merchandise to ensure product integrity and safety for customers and team members.
• Maintain teamwork and diversity awareness by having an inclusive approach to working with customers and team members.

What will make me a standout candidate:

• Experience working in a warehouse or bulk material handling environment
• Experience working with equipment such as forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks
• Customer service, cashier, accounting office and/or service desk experience, particularly in a retail setting
• Use effective communication skills; demonstrating empathy and respect for others at all times
• Experience leading a team or project

Age Requirements:

Must be 18 years or older

Other notes and requirements:

Willing to comply with pre-employment screening, which may include but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification and background check.