Warehouse Worker (Firearms)

Aafes; Whiteman Afb (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K plan

Shift differential/holiday pay

Job summary

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service, also known as the Exchange, is seeking a Warehouse Worker (Firearms) to quickly process product in our warehouse, inspect items including firearms for quality issues, and ensure accurate handling of merchandise. You will unload, stock, and move items while maintaining cleanliness and organization to support an outstanding on-base shopping experience.

A detail-oriented, safety-conscious approach is essential, as is the ability to learn new technologies and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• 6 months experience with records maintenance, receiving, screening, reviewing, and verifying documents.
• Able to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Able to think quickly on the spot to answer customer questions.
• Able to take initiative.
• Able to share brand knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety guidelines and operating procedures.
• Unload, break-out and stock merchandise with efficiency and accuracy.
• Deliver customer experience by engaging customers and prioritizing needs.
• Use computer software to receive items, including firearms and other critical merchandise.
• Listen to customer needs and ask follow-up questions to meet product needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Warehouse Worker (Firearms) at the Exchange, you are responsible for quickly handling product within our warehouse to ensure the accurate processing of merchandise. You will receive and inspect items, including firearms for any quality assurance issues. Attention to detail and keeping clean and organized is a must. You also might assist with efficiently unloading, moving, and stocking merchandise, which ranges across a wide variety of items across all departments. You are on the front lines of ensuring our customers have an extraordinary shopping experience – without you, there would be nothing on the shelves!

We offer flexible scheduling, comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, paid time off, shift differential/holiday pay, and 401K plan to qualifying associates. You’ll also have access to the base and its facilities and status as an employee of the Exchange.

So, what can you expect as a Warehouse Worker (Fireams) at the Exchange?

• Follow all safety guidelines and operating procedures
• Deliver extraordinary customer experience by engaging customers and prioritizing customer needs over tasks
• Unload, break-out and stock merchandise with efficiency and accuracy
• Listen to customer needs; ask appropriate follow-up questions to ensure you offer appropriate products that meet the specific needs of the customer
• Able to use computer software to receive a variety of items, to include firearms and other critical merchandise.

We know that you can work anywhere. However, working at the Exchange is the start of something great! While you make it easy for our customers, we focus on you and your development! Our people make us who we are. We want to see you grow, so we put growing together at the forefront of everything we do. It is our duty to provide you with the tools and resources that you need to succeed. Joining the Exchange means joining a team that is devoted to you!

Job Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Able to lift up to and occasionally over 40 pounds
• 6 months experience involving records maintenance, receiving, screening, reviewing, and verifying documents.
• Able to learn and adapt to current technology needs
• Able to think quickly on the spot to answer customer questions
• Able to take initiative
• Able to share brand knowledge

Additional Qualifications/Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail
• Willing to cross-train and work in other areas of the store, as needed
• Must possess a welcoming and helpful attitude toward customers and other team members
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills

Who We Are

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service, also known as “the Exchange,” is the retailer on US Army and Air Force installations worldwide. An $8 billion enterprise ranked among the top retailers, the Exchange operates department stores, convenience stores, restaurants, movie theaters and an internet shopping site to serve Soldiers, Airmen, and their families. In addition to US bases in Germany, Italy, England, Turkey, South Korea and Japan, the Exchange operates stores for US troops in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other countries in the region. The Exchange ensures Soldiers and Airmen have access to US goods and services, wherever they serve.

Job Qualifications

Education: High school or equivalent.Experience: Six months progressively responsible general work, plus six months warehousing work or closely related work. Must possess the ability, knowledge and skill to operate/use the appropriate systems/software/hardware. May be required to possess a valid driver's license.

If a sufficient number of qualified candidates do not apply, the minimum qualifications may be lowered without reposting.