Warehouse Associate (Home Furnishings)
About the role
You love the physical nature of working in a warehouse and being part of a team! Come, discover a warehouse career that's designed to be different. As a Warehouse Associate with Room & Board, you take pride in working as part of a team to keep our products flowing in and out of our nearly 250,000 sq. ft. distribution center. You’ll enjoy the physical nature of the role, the camaraderie of the team and a strong respect for the care and integrity of our American‑made furniture products. In this role, you'll work as part of a team to unload inbound deliveries from our vendor partners, making sure everything finds its spot in our facility. You’ll also pick orders from racks making sure products are securely wrapped and ready for their outbound adventure. You will also use a computerized inventory system to help keep our inventory on point and our inventory game strong! The position is located at 1971 Stover Court, Newton, NC 28658.
Responsibilities
- Unload inbound deliveries from vendor partners and place items in the facility
- Pick orders from racks and ensure products are securely wrapped for outbound shipment
- Use a computerized inventory system to maintain accurate inventory levels
Requirements
- Thrive in a productive environment where quality is valued over speed
- Take pride in your work and appreciate being empowered to solve problems and make things right
- Pay attention to details and resolve issues when they arise
- Work well independently while also valuing team camaraderie
- Hold yourself accountable and maintain a safety‑first mindset
- Ability to load, lift, and carry heavy items (up to 100+ lbs) while climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, walking, etc.
- At times, handle larger items with a warehouse partner and appropriate support equipment
- Ability to operate dollies, order pickers, pallet jacks, and hand trucks
- Prior experience preferred; training provided
- Comfortable working at heights up to 24 feet, including safe use of lift equipment (order picker, rider jack truck, standing forklift)
- Pass all pre‑employment tasks, including a physical abilities test
- Ability to provide proof of identity and legal work authorization upon hire
Benefits
- Three weeks of paid vacation
- Generous 401(k) match
- Profit‑sharing
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) eligibility after 1,000 hours in a 12‑month period (additional retirement savings plan fully funded by Room & Board)
- Holistic well‑being focus supporting a full life