Material Handler - Inventory Control

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We are a fast‑paced manufacturing facility and distribution center. We employ approximately 120 diverse and talented associates in warehousing, production planning, assembly, finishing and packaging of high‑quality lighting fixtures and house parts.

You will support the movement, storage, and packaging of inventory at point of receipt and within the warehouse to complete customer orders. As an Inventory Control Material Handler I, you will be assigned to an area of primary responsibility (cycle counting, inventory audit), and may also work in other functions as needed.

• Perform duties across a variety of functional areas to support the movement, storage, and shipment of goods, including Shipping (Packaging), Receiving, Packing, Bagging, Hardware, Cycle Counting, Inventory Audit, and Put‑away.
• Perform level‑1 tasks such as packaging and shipping sales orders, stock put‑away, picking parts and product for orders, staging, routing, and loading trailers.
• Operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklift, wave, pallet jack) according to instructions and safety guidelines.
• Perform in‑line quality checks to ensure established quality standards are maintained.
• Collaborate with associates/teams to contribute to continuous improvement of operational processes, efficient and accurate order completion, and problem resolution.
• May be assigned to other functional areas based on business need and demand levels.
• Comply with all safety rules, processes, and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Prior experience in warehousing, shipping, or receiving preferred.
• Prior inventory control experience preferred.
• Previous forklift and pallet jack experience preferred; must be able to pass stand‑up forklift certification upon hire.
• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and speak English at a level that allows effective utilization and interpretation of work and safety instructions.
• Strong listening skills and ability to follow direction.
• Physical demands:
  Must be able to continuously stand, walk, talk, hear, frequently move, push, pull, lift or carry up to 50 pounds. Must work onsite Monday through Friday.

Work is performed in a distribution/manufacturing setting which may involve exposure to airborne particles, chemicals, fumes, flammable materials, dirt, grease, and electrical equipment (Personal Protective Equipment provided where required). May work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to humid, hot, or cold conditions as well as moderate noise levels.

Founded in 1956, Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. is a premier specialty retailer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion. Commitment to health, growth, and inclusive culture for all associates.