Warehouse Operations Associate I

About Us

Visual Comfort & Co. is the premier resource for decorative and architectural lighting, ceiling fans, system controls, and automated shading solutions from the most influential designers in the world. We offer a market-leading range of premium products across categories, styles, and price points, remaining committed to beautiful design and a world-class customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with all other warehouse departments as needed.
• Receive and process incoming and outbound shipments.
• Prepare orders and maintain inventory accuracy of the department.
• Operate warehouse equipment and perform quality assurance of the area.
• Coordinate daily warehouse activities, including overseeing receiving, storage, and shipping operations to ensure efficiency.
• Monitor workflow and productivity, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
• Assist in scheduling and resource allocation to support supervisors in planning labor and equipment needs.
• Handle complex shipping and receiving tasks, including managing high-value or sensitive shipments and resolving issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as procurement, logistics, and customer service to meet deadlines.
• Work effectively with others in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals and identify and resolve problems.
• Exhibit and adhere to the established Visual Comfort Company Values.
• Demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to agreed-upon schedules while being present in the workplace.

Requirements

• 1 - 3 years’ previous experience in a warehousing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree is preferred.
• Strong aptitude for and proficiency in navigating all Microsoft Office programs, with an emphasis on Excel skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to achieve results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Exceptional communication skills across all contact channels, including email, chat, and phone.
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, early mornings, or late evenings if/when needed.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for this role.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm.
• Training & Development: A comprehensive and structured training program, complemented by ongoing education and opportunities for career advancement.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation accrual and paid time off policies.
• Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year, in addition to 2 floating holidays.
• Health Benefits: Visual Comfort covers the majority of employee medical premiums and offers competitive vision and dental coverage, available starting the first of the month following your start date.
• Insurance: Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%, available beginning the first of the month following your hire date.

Pay

Compensation Range: $20.26 - $21.62 per hour. Compensation is based on individual factors, including skill set, relevant experience, and work location.