What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receiving Associate position at Home & Harvest?
Home & Harvest is a premier farm, home, and outdoor retailer committed to offering a mix of mission-critical, quality products and exclusive offers at competitive prices. In addition to competitive wages, an extensive benefits package is offered for our full-time associates. Our part-time associates have access to voluntary benefits, retirement plan options, paid vacation, employee discount and an employee assistance program.
Efficiently and accurately receive incoming freight- Report purchase order discrepancies
- Create purchase orders when needed
- Responsible for unloading carriers
- Sort and stage incoming freight on U-boats
- Ensure that receiving is maintained in a neat, clean, and organized manner
- Foster a safe and productive work environment
- Diligent in protecting company assets
- Follow all SOP guidelines and company policies
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be sixteen years of age or over
- Basic Computer Knowledge
- Reading, Comprehension and Writing Skills
Preferred Qualifications
High school Diploma or equivalent- Previous retail experience
- Familiar with safety protocols
- Knowledge of inventory control and loss prevention
Personality and Relational Skills
Expresses a desire for learning and growth- Builds relationships with a variety of personality types
- Communicates clearly through speech and writing
- Always demonstrates a professional attitude with customers and co-workers, including during high pressure situations
- Pays close attention to details and learns from mistakes
- Seeks out work to be done and does not wait for work to be assigned
- Solves problems with minimal supervision
- Identifies and makes suggestions to improve processes
- Customer Service focused
- Performs as a team player
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The position does require frequent lifting of merchandise. It is expected that the employee lift safely, using proper body mechanics and lifting devices. When lifting heavy items, up to 50 pounds, a team lift may be required.
Candidates who meet our selection criteria will be contacted by phone or email for the next step in our hiring process.
Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
R.P. Home & Harvest ("Home & Harvest") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, handicap or disability, citizenship status, service member status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal or state law.