Warehouse Merchandise Handler

Jordan; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee discount

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jordan’s Furniture is seeking motivated team members for its Taunton MA Distribution Center to join the Merchandise Handling team. No experience? On‑the‑job training is provided, with room to grow.

The role runs Mon–Thu from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm, and involves unloading, storing, and picking merchandise using forklifts and RF scanners. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, with a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be certified to operate forklift and order picker equipment.
• Able to lift/move materials up to 110 lbs.
• Able to operate machinery up to heights of 35–50 ft.
• Basic communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload merchandise and place in storage racks.
• Move heavy items using equipment or manually.
• Inspect packaging and count items on arrival.
• Document work using RF barcode scanner.
• Maximize rack space and maintain safety standards.
• Perform equipment inspections and report issues.
• Comply with OSHA safety standards.

Skills

Basic communication

Education

High School

Crown Lift Training Certification

Tools

RF barcode scanner

Crown lifts

Job description

450 Revolutionary Dr, East Taunton, MA 02718, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Jordan’s is looking for motivated team members to join our busy Merchandise Handling team in our Taunton MA. Distribution Center. No equipment experience? We’ve got you covered! Jordan’s provides valuable on the job training with room to grow.

The schedule for this position is Monday – Thursday , 8:00 am to 6:30 pm.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

We share our pay range because transparency matters. This reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role based on experience and performance.

Why you will love this job.

• Team atmosphere – We’re all family here!
• Fast paced physical environment – Cancel that gym membership.
• Career growth – The possibilities are endless.
• Great Benefits – medical, dental, vision and employee discount

What we Stand for—Where Work is Fun and Values Matter!

At Jordan’s, we live the J-Way! Our average employee tenure is 12 years! Every day, our team embodies values that make a real difference:

• We Care… a Lot – because kindness and support are at the heart of everything we do.
• We Do the Right Thing – integrity is non-negotiable.
• We Dare to Think Differently – innovation keeps us ahead of the game.
• We Make Work Fun – yes, fun! Because great energy fuels great work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Receives, unloads, and places merchandise in assigned storage racks. Selects orders from storage racks and transports to appropriate distribution center area using various merchandise handling equipment. Utilizes lift trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, Warehouse Management System and related equipment to perform duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives and unloads merchandise from trailer and places in appropriate assigned holding area and merchandise storage racks while maintaining all safety protocols and productivity standards.
• Selects and moves heavy merchandise to and from storage racks and within distribution center by physically moving (lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, rolling) or operating crown lifts or other materials handling equipment.
• Performs visual inspection of merchandise packaging and manual piece count of all items in each shipment immediately following the unloading process. Follows all damaged merchandise procedures.
• Moves merchandise to appropriate or assigned location utilizing RF (radio frequency) barcode scanner to document work completed.
• Maximizes available rack space by assessing the size of merchandise and locating an appropriately sized available warehouse rack location.
• Performs rack and sprinkler inspections, cleans and organizes racking system as needed.
• Perform regular inspection on power equipment and report any mechanical issues to departmental supervisor.
• Performs all duties, including using and maintaining tools and equipment, in accordance with company and OSHA safety standards.
• Any function or responsibility as assigned by the Supervisor.

EDUCATION:

High School

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• 0-6 months of related experience or equivalent education/experience
• Must be certified through company Crown Lift Training Program to safely operate forklift and order picker equipment
• Must be able to solely and safely lift and move materials up to 110 lbs.
• Must be able to operate machinery up to heights of 35 to 50 feet
• Must have basic communication skills

Jordan’s prides itself on having a strong, loyal J-Team. We recognize we are ‘One Team, One Goal’ working together to continue to strengthen Jordan’s place in the market and as an employer of choice. We know that you are here to support your family and we are here to support you! If this speaks to you, then it’s time to talk.

Jordan’s Furniture is an Equal Opportunity Employer

450 Revolutionary Dr, East Taunton, MA 02718, USA