Material Handler - Staging

Material Handler - Staging (Claremont, NC)

The Material Handler - Staging position is in Claremont, NC.

• Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment standards of the company throughout the facility.
• Adhere to the policies of WSI while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
• Organizes all materials and puts components in place for the upholstery department to build up the piece.
• Pushes build kits to the staging area on the floor for upholsterer to take to the workstation.
• Checks for accuracy and ensures all pieces of kit are from the same ticket.
• Tracks kits and tickets to ensure pieces are with the correct furniture frame.
• Manage old orders and ensure that proper communication of what is needed is conveyed to the supervisor.
• Submit, expedite, and locate repairs for the cell.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Material Handler or in a Line Supply role within a manufacturing environment; furniture industry experience is not required.
• Experience using computers for tracking and updating kit location for customer service.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
• Good communication – both oral and written.
• Ability to keep accurate records and follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent time-keeping skills, including ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to communicate with upholsterers and trimmers on issues related to furniture building.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a team with other associates and managers.
• Have a strong sense of urgency and time management to meet established deadlines.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Furniture Industry experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish.

• Ability to stand for up to 10-hour periods.
• Ability to frequently lift objects weighing 60 lbs.
• Ability to bend and twist as required in moving furniture.
• Ability to push finished furniture across the floor.

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

EOE