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Packing/Shipping Associate (Weekday)

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. · Booneville, MS · 1 wk ago
OTHRFull-time

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some of the best-known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and West Elm. Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online, and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly.

About the role

The primary area of focus for this position will be working in the packing and shipping department on the weekday shift. The associate will work throughout the department as needed to package and/or load furniture for shipment to customers per the standard operating procedures of the assigned position to ensure that the daily departmental goals and objectives of Sutter Street Manufacturing in safety, service, quality, and cost are met.

Responsibilities

  • Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the personal protective equipment standards of the company throughout the facility.
  • Adhere to the policies of Williams-Sonoma while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always act with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
  • Perform daily tasks promptly and with high standards to achieve departmental and facility production goals using documented Standard Operating Procedures by performing the assigned task safely, correctly, and quickly while demonstrating integrity and acting in a responsible and accountable manner.
  • Establish and promote hard work ethics through teamwork and collaboration with associates and departmental leadership to maximize the productivity of the departments while ensuring quality and adhering to and complying with all safety policies.
  • Communicate openly and professionally with departmental leadership to ensure issues and obstacles are addressed.
  • Package and load furniture per the standard operation procedures of the assigned position at a minimum rate of 6 pieces per hour with a goal of 8 pieces per hour.
  • Ensure tags/tickets/rolls are correctly placed on items to ensure they are accounted for within the inventory system and follow system requirements for tracking materials.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of packing/shipping experience in a warehouse operations environment.
  • Good math and reading skills with good communication skills—oral and written—and the ability to read, write, and understand English.
  • Ability to read and understand production tickets and interpret simple instructions commonly placed in a standard operating procedure.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
  • Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as part of a team with other associates and managers with a strong sense of urgency and time management to meet established deadlines.

Qualifications

We prefer candidates with the following qualities:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Packing and shipping experience in a furniture manufacturing environment.
  • Previous leadership experience.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Bilingual, English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements

  • Must have the ability to stand for 10-hour periods and bend and twist at the waist and knees as required to load and roll furniture.
  • Will frequently need to lift items and carry that weigh 20-25 pounds and occasionally lift items that weigh up to 60 pounds.

Benefits

  • Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
  • 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
  • Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations).
  • Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans, and Pet Insurance.

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