Material Handler - Upholstery Plant

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Full Time Upholstery Manuf Claremont, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition

Job Description

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, and organization of materials, furniture components, and finished products within the warehouse or production area. This role ensures materials are delivered to the correct workstations, assists with loading and unloading shipments, and maintains accurate inventory records to support smooth production and delivery operations.

Who We Are

Gabriella White is home to our family of brands
- Gabby, Summer Classics, and Wendy Jane. We are growing in all areas of the business and are proud to be family-owned and operated since 1987. Together, we furnish life's best moments, from the every day to the exceptional. We are united by our vision as well as our collective spirit and our culture is shaped by our core values:
Dedication – Enthusiasm – Synergy – Integrity – Goal-Oriented – Nimble, or simply put DESIGN.
As a premier innovator, manufacturer, and retailer of luxury furniture and accessories, our brands are loved by designers and design-minded consumers for creating timeless outdoor living and transitional, eclectic furniture and accessories for every part of the home. We’re always looking for talented people to join our team and grow together.

What We Offer

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months
• Employee Assistance Program and Chaplain Services to support mental and emotional well-being
• Paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, and parental time

What You Do

• Receives, inspects, and unloads incoming furniture materials, hardware, and supplies.
• Transports raw materials, parts, and finished furniture between storage areas, production lines, and shipping docks.
• Prepares and stages materials for production according to work orders or job schedules.
• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensures all items are properly labeled, stored, and organized to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assists with assembling packaging materials and preparing furniture for shipment.
• Performs routine inventory counts and reports discrepancies to supervisors.
• Keeps the warehouse and work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follows all company safety policies and procedures.
• Supports production teams by ensuring a continuous supply of materials to minimize downtime.
• Serves as a floater to support other production areas when necessary.

Primary Focus Areas

• Receiving materials and supplies
• Organizing and storing inventory
• Supplying production areas
• Inventory control
• Coordination and communication with all production areas

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years of furniture experience.
• Ability to read a production ticket.
• Ability to multitask with attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent active‑listening, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

How Success Is Measured

• Purchase orders for materials are received into the system within 24 hours.

Safety

All employees are expected to always act in a safe manner and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others ety is everyone’s responsibility. At all times, working safely is a condition of employment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to…