Warehouse Material Handler - Military veterans preferred

Company Overview Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Our products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 130,000 product offerings, 106 distribution centers, 2 manufacturing plants, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 100,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.Since 1968, Richelieu understands the significance and impact of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these Five Core Values that serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.These values are what allow us to achieve Our Mission: to enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.Our OpportunityWe are currently seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team of professionals. Being a member of the Richelieu team means that you are part of something bigger than just yourself. As a growing and winning international organization that places emphasis on its people and culture, its career development opportunities, and the realization that healthy living is in part achieved by the proper balance of work and home, we are excited to be a company that our employees are passionate about! More can be found out about us at Richelieu.com as well as Richelieu YouTube.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Warehouse Associate will report to the Warehouse Manager and work with other members of the warehouse team to increase company profitability and customer satisfaction. Duties may include keeping material organized and ready to ship, ensuring correct items and quantities are packaged in the most efficient manner, and selecting warehouse merchandise to replace items sold. He/she will represent the company in a highly professional, safe, and cost-effective manner that complies with all safety and other applicable regulations. Handle inventory as a warehouse helper, shipping and receiving helper, or traffic helperSort and organize merchandise so that it can be easily locatedKeep records of items received and damaged merchandise returnedTag and place inventory as it is received from vendorsMaintain quality control standards by checking items as they come inCheck product against orders for accuracyEnsure all orders leave the facility in a manner consistent with Richelieu Core ValuesSelect the most efficient and cost-effective packaging optionSafely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment as requiredMaintain a safe driving record free of violationsMay perform occasional showroom counter dutiesMaintain proficiency in computerized systems and other technologies as requiredFollow company policies and proceduresMaintain a safe and clean work environmentOther duties as assignedHours of operation are Monday - Friday, day shift onlyPosition may require lifting/pushing/carrying items up to 50 pounds, working around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicalsWhat We Are Looking ForRelated experience in a similar positionExcellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent driving record free of violationsHigh School diploma preferredMust be able to operate a forkliftCompensation and BenefitsCompetitive market-based hourly rateGroup insurance program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, etc.)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matching401(K) with employer matchingPaid vacation and holidaysPhysical Demands/Work Environment:Occasionally required: lifting/pushing/carrying items up to or more than 50 pounds, working around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicalsFrequently required: walking, climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling or crawling, talking or hearing, utilization of visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard, working in high, precarious placesContinuously required: standing, utilization of hand and finger dexterity