Warehouse Inventory Control Full Time 2nd Shift

Staples, Inc.; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work shoes after 60 days

Inclusive culture with BRGs

Full-Time and Part-Time benefits

Job summary

Staples, Inc. in La Vergne, TN is seeking a warehouse associate to support Inventory Control or Warehouse Clerk functions. You will move product using forklifts and pallet jacks, verify inventory accuracy, and help resolve discrepancies while following safety procedures.

The role requires basic English, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities to learn WMS systems and to obtain MHE certification as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug screen where permitted by law.
• Full-time associates may require overtime based on business needs.
• Ability to lift 70–100 pounds by hand and work at heights up to 60 feet.
• Trainable and eligible for MHE certification (forklift, pallet jack, etc.).
• Basic English language skills for written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Review inventory and reconcile discrepancies to minimize variances.
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Verify product accuracy and resolve discrepancies with teammates.
• Communicate with internal and external contacts to ensure customer outcomes.

Skills

MHE certification

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Basic English

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

WMS systems

Job description

12:00pm-8:30pm/Monday-Friday

Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

As a warehouse associate you may work in one of the following two areas:

Warehouse Inventory Control:

You will review inventory of product, reconcile inventory discrepancies, identify delivery shortages, and maintain inventory records to minimize discrepancies. You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures.

Warehouse Clerk:

You will confirm accuracy of product and work with colleagues to address discrepancies and damages. You will communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external contacts to clarify and resolve issues. You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures.

Please note, as an SC3 associate you may be moved into any of the above roles, or SC1 or SC2 roles, as needed.

You will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.

Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace our safety culture.

What you bring to the table:

• An ability to perform and understand warehouse operations.
• An ability to work independently, demonstrate analytical thinking including mathematic skills and the ability to solve problems.
• An ability to work on a computer using Windows including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel and ability to learn/understand WMS systems.
• An ability to communicate and collaborate with all members of the team, at all levels to ensure successful customer outcomes.
• An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.
• An ability and a willingness to perform basic housekeeping in assigned areas of warehouse.
• An ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices.
• An ability to be trained and Material Handling Equipment certified to operate power material handling equipment, i.e. Forklift, Electric Pallet Jack, etc.
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications).

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to pass a drug screen to the extent permissible legally.
• If you are hired as a Full-Time associate, you must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need.
• Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet or more as needed.
• An ability to lift, push or pull boxes/merchandise weighing between 70 pounds and 100 pounds by hand.
• Must wear safety composite work shoes.
• Ability to walk and stand 100% of the time.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ year of related experience in a warehouse environment; including MHE experience, ability to become certified (i.e. Driving forklift, cherry picker, turret, or Electric Pallet Jack), and Inventory Control.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: $21.50/hour (includes $1.00/hour Shift Differential)
• Receive a pair of work shoes after 60 days.
• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
• Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits. Some Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTOand Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday), Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.