Warehouse Associate
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The Warehouse Associate position exists to ensure effective movement and management of inventory between the dock, sales floor, product repair, customer pickup and delivery. This role ensures the proper evaluation and shipping of merchandise and managing inventory flow. The Warehouse Associate is also responsible to unload trailers (Receiving). Individual contributor within a designated unit.
Job Duties:
- Fills order requests, stage merchandise and load for timely shipments (Shipping).
- Evaluates products and moves to designated zones for processing (Receiving)
- Moves merchandise between dock, stockroom staging area, sales floor, customer pick-up or delivery, and removal of 'sold' merchandise from sales floor
- Audits and maintains accuracy of HFM (Hold for Merchandise) staging area
- Responsible for the assembly merchandise
- Assembles and disassembles fixtures for seasonal flexes or floor plan changes
- Processes receipts and ensures inventories are controlled, monitored, and logged
- Creates required documentation to log all shipments and deliveries to customers
- Ensures customer service through timely, attentive and friendly service during all customer pick-ups and inquiries
- Reports and responds to Store Management about unsafe and/or unethical conditions
- Develops "team" environment with the sales floor, providing timely movement of merchandise setting floor to presentation standards
- Protects Company assets by following company policies and direction for customer pick-up procedures
- Performs daily housekeeping, including cleaning and straightening, etc.
- Miscellaneous duties as required, including as extra sales help as needed once cross trained
- Moves merchandise between dock, sales floor, customer pick-up or delivery and removal of 'sold' merchandise from sales floor in a timely manner
- Maintains safe/clean receiving area
- Assists customers by delivering items to their car, assisting them in loading and securing of merchandise
Requirements:
Must be able to lift and move at least fifty (50) pounds in weight to maintain flow and replenishment of merchandise.American Freight is an equal opportunity employer. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, separation, recruitment, pay and other forms of compensation, access to facilities and programs, training and general treatment during employment. The Company maintains an internal complaint procedure to address any concerns regarding the hiring process. Any complaints can be directed by email to TitleVIIcoordinator@americanfreight.us or by toll-free phone call at 1- 855-733-4357.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Candidates often need to handle lifting items up to 50 pounds, ensuring smooth inventory flow. Physical stamina and agility are valued for tasks like unloading trailers and moving merchandise between various zones, which align with common requirements for warehouse positions in West Columbia.
The logistics and retail sectors in West Columbia show steady hiring trends for warehouse roles due to regional distribution hubs. Job seekers might experience moderate competition, especially for positions offering cross-training and customer interaction responsibilities.
Warehouse associates typically excel in inventory management, shipping and receiving coordination, and maintaining staging areas. Their role often extends to assembling fixtures and assisting customers, highlighting a blend of physical tasks and customer service skills.
Warehouse associates can progress into supervisory or logistics coordinator positions by gaining experience in inventory control, shipment documentation, and team collaboration. This foundation supports growth into broader warehouse management or supply chain roles.
Aside from stock movement, the day includes assembling fixtures, performing safety audits, housekeeping duties, and assisting customers with merchandise pickup. This variety ensures engagement beyond standard warehouse tasks.
American Freight emphasizes teamwork with the sales floor and customer service during pickups, which is somewhat distinctive. Associates may also be cross-trained for extra sales help, adding diversity to the role beyond typical warehouse duties.
The company has clear policies encouraging associates to report unsafe or unethical situations. A dedicated complaint procedure ensures concerns are addressed confidentially, fostering a secure and fair work environment.
Warehouse associates in West Columbia typically earn between $13 and $17 per hour, reflecting local cost of living and industry standards. This range aligns closely with national averages for entry-level warehouse roles, balancing competitive pay with job accessibility.
Most roles at American Freight are full-time, offering consistent schedules that support steady income. Shifts often align with retail operating hours, ensuring coordination between warehouse activities and sales floor needs.
Warehouse associates frequently assist customers by delivering purchased items to their vehicles and ensuring merchandise is loaded and secured properly. This aspect integrates customer service skills with typical warehouse responsibilities.
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