Warehouse Specialist

American Furniture Rental; Boulevard Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

American Furniture Rental is seeking a Warehouse Specialist - Lead for our Huntington Beach, CA location. The role involves unloading/loading trucks, guiding warehouse staff, and ensuring accurate inventory handling with RF scanning. A forklift license is required, and the candidate should be able to lift up to 75 pounds and pass a background check.

We value reliability, safety, and teamwork. Prior warehouse experience is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• No previous experience is required but prior warehouse experience will be considered.
• Forklift license is required.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Unload/Load trucks and verify shipments.
• Scan and track inventory using RF/NAV system.
• Prepare merchandise for storage and shipment.
• Ensure safe and organized warehouse workspace.
• Lead team members and provide guidance as needed.
• Complete paperwork and keep accurate records.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization and planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

American Furniture Rental (AFR) is looking a for a Warehouse Specialist for our location in Huntington Beach, California.Must work prior in a warehouse. Able to lift couches, chairs, tables, load and unload trucks.Please attach a comprehensive well formatted up to date resume.Have a clean background and able to pass pre-employment drug test(12panel)American Furniture Rentals, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and high-quality furniture solutions to our customers. With over 45 years of industry experience, 30 strategic locations across the US. We believe in fostering a positive and engaging workplace where our team members can grow and succeed.The Warehouse Specialist - Lead is responsible for performing all duties related to incoming and outgoing merchandise at AFR’s warehouse. Will be responsible for guiding employees and acting as a working leader. Being responsible for performing all duties related to incoming and outgoing merchandise and complete assigned deliveries and pick-ups. The specialist will work 1st shift with occasional overtime when needed according to location and business needs.RESPONSIBILITIES:Unload/Load trucks using an RF scanning device.Compare paperwork to NAV inventory system.Check NAV to ensure all Inventory has been scanned according to Order paperwork.Post all collections and deliveries.Confirm all paperwork and pickups via Logistics Dashboard.Touch Up and reclass merchandise in warehouse using appropriate product protection.Lift, carry and place products into and take out of racks.Inspect merchandise for any damage or breakage prior to shipment or warehouse storage.Record all merchandise discrepancies on appropriate paperwork and report to Management.Complete inventory preparation for warehouse stock.Stage merchandise to prepare for shipment as needed.Fill customer order in accordance with Pick Tickets, complete appropriate paperwork, and place a copy with the merchandise for shipment.Scan all orders and print pre-shipment paperwork as appropriate.Operate forklift, palette jack and hand trucks following all safety guidelines.Always maintain a neat and orderly workplace.All warehouse personnel are required to sweep up and remove / dispose of debris.Follow safety procedures in accordance with training and report any dangerous conditions to management immediately.Perform other related duties as assigned.LEAD RESPONSIBILITES:Informally monitor employee performance and provide feedback to management on issues/concerns.Provide backup in absence of supervisor.Demonstrate expected safe work habits to others – lead by example and demonstrate and follow all safety practices.EDUCATION:High school diploma or equivalent.EXPERIENCE:No experience is required but prior warehouse experience will be considered.CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: Forklift license, certified by AFR.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS:This job will require the employee to stand and walk 90% of the time.Ability to perform simple tasks, rational thinking and numerical calculations is required.This job will require lifting and/or moving objects up to 75 pounds, climbing stairs, bending, crouching, and being physically active for extended periods of time.ADDITIONAL SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:Good oral, written and reading communication skills.Time Management with excellent Organization and planning skills.Available to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed.BENEFITS:At AFR we offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and an employee assistance program. Employees also enjoy generous time-off benefits, including paid vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick days.Diversity ensures the success of our careers, and our lives. AMERICAN FURNITURE RENTAL, INC. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.