Warehouse Return to Stock Associate

Job Overview:

The Return to Stock (RTS) Associate will inspect inventory and prepare merchandise to be put back in stock or moved to the shop, will also pick and put away merchandise that is returned from deliveries. This individual ensures merchandise has the correct parts prior to handling or transporting. AFW is looking for someone with strong attention to detail to make sure all paperwork from the Local Drivers is filled out correctly for all merchandise. The Return to Stock Associate will also be trained and certified on a stock picker to enable successful movement of merchandise to other departments and to backstock.

Job Responsibilities & Duties

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with the customer service and delivery check-in departments.
• Identifying and reading reports, tickets, and UPC labels.
• Efficiently disassembled and assembled merchandise.
• Able to operate a radio frequency (RF) scanner.
• Able to correctly use a hand truck.
• Able to safely handle product from 0 to 35 feet above the ground.
• Inspect all power equipment and complete the Vehicle Inspection Report before operation.
• Inventory Customer Owned Goods (C.O.G) and ensure the paperwork is filled out correctly.
• Possess the knowledge and the ability to perform the correct lifting/team lifting techniques.
• Confirm all paperwork is filled out correctly by the delivery teams.
• Efficiently wrap and protect merchandise by using the appropriate materials before putting it away.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Professional with good communication skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and professionalism at all times.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities Job Requirements

• Previous experience operating warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jack, and cherry picker preferred - but not required.
• Ability to have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
• Ability to work 0 to 35 feet above the ground.
• Ability to work in multiple departments. It’s a great opportunity to cross-train and learn new skills!
• Ability to be trained in the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to become certified in the operation of warehouse equipment.
• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions accurately.
• Capacity to effectively work independently of direct supervision.
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies including but not limited to Dispatch Track, Storis, iPads, Excel, Word, etc.

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Compensation:

• Starting at $18/hour and up - dependent on experience
• Weekend Premium - Additional $2.00/hr & Afternoon Premium - Additional $1.00/hr
• Commuter Pay: $25 per week (Englewood Commuter Reimbursement) (Added to your paycheck each week)
• At AFW we offer great perks: weekly pay, benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and more!

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily.
• Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Requires lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise 8 hours or more daily.
• Requires lift, lower, push, and pull all sizes of merchandise up to 100 lbs. frequently and the ability to handle/manipulate up to 250 lbs. frequently.

Physical Work Environment:

• Fluorescent Lighting
• Concrete Flooring
• Climate is affected by outside conditions including extreme heat.
• Considerable exterior noise
• Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse

If you want to know more about American Furniture Warehouse and what we do click on the link below! https://youtu.be/QjaYn_sn_AM

American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse – an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer. Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!

American Furniture Warehouse is a retailer of home furnishings, operating in Colorado, Arizona, and Texas. With more than 3200 employees, we pride ourselves on our ability to offer value and service to our customers. When you join AFW you become part of a professional, customer service oriented company.

AFW is seeking highly motivated, energetic, hardworking candidates to join our team.

AFW offers highly competitive pay and a full benefits package that includes 401k, medical, dental, vision and a host of voluntary programs including life insurance, disability, all at affordable rates.