Packing/Shipping Associate (Weekend)

Supply Chain Internal Job Bid – open to current WSI Associates only. Bidding period: August 18, 2026 at noon CST through August 25, 2026 at noon CST. Selection based on seniority; associates must be in good standing throughout the process.

About the role

Primary focus is weekend-shift packing and shipping of furniture. The associate will rotate through department tasks to package and load customer orders according to standard operating procedures, ensuring daily departmental goals for safety, service, quality, and cost are met.

Responsibilities

• Practice and promote safe work habits; adhere to all company personal protective equipment standards.
• Follow Williams-Sonoma policies with a positive attitude and professional courtesy.
• Complete daily tasks promptly and accurately using documented Standard Operating Procedures to meet production goals.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to maximize productivity while maintaining quality and safety.
• Communicate openly with leadership to address issues and obstacles.
• Package and load furniture at a minimum rate of 6 pieces per hour, targeting 8 pieces per hour.
• Ensure tags, tickets, and rolls are correctly placed for accurate inventory tracking.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of packing/shipping experience in a warehouse operations environment.
• Good math and reading skills; ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to read production tickets and interpret simple instructions in standard operating procedures.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to meet delivery deadlines.
• Strong teamwork, sense of urgency, and time management skills.

Qualifications

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

Physical requirements

• Ability to stand for 12-hour periods and bend/twist at waist and knees to load and roll furniture.
• Frequently lift and carry items weighing 20–25 pounds; occasionally lift up to 60 pounds.

Schedule

Friday – Sunday, 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM.

Benefits

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