Warehouse Lead (1st shift) - $21.50/hr +3 weeks of vacation

Department: Warehouse

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Richmond

Reporting To: Aldin Krak

Compensation: $21.50 / hour

Description

Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013, we've been creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. As a Warehouse Lead, you will unload containers of boxed furniture, organize the warehouse, and stage outgoing orders for our home delivery partners. In addition, you will be using your leadership skills with leading, coaching, and supporting the warehouse team.
Why Article?
Schedule:  

• Monday- Friday (40 hours a week)
• 1st shift hours: 6:00AM - 2:30PM

Location:  1660 Ashton Park Drive, Colonial Heights, VA 23834

• $21.50 hourly
• 29 paid days off between vacation, wellness, and holiday (details below)
• Generous medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid paternity/maternity leave
• 4% 401K matched contribution 
• 45% discount on all Article furniture
• Paid uniforms & safety boots

We walk the walk when it comes to Win Together, your teammates and managers have your back and create a safe workplace of respect, fairness, and fun. 

What You'll Do:

• Leading, coaching, and supporting the warehouse team
• Maintain and report on multiple key performance indicators related to safety and productivity
• Embodying and demonstrating Article’s values and principles in all decision-making and actions
• Picking and packing furniture
• Loading and unloading trucks for deliveries
• Moving stock around the warehouse
• Maintaining good housekeeping in work areas
• Processes returned items, cleaning or otherwise preparing them to be returned to stock

Requirements:

• Must-haves:
  • Legally able to work in the United States
  • Completion of a criminal background check
  • Completion of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test (THC not tested)
  • Reliable method of transportation
  • Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift
  • Strong communication skills in English
• Qualifications:
  • Previous experience as a lead (or above) in a warehouse setting
  • Proven ability to coordinate and direct warehouse operations
  • Team-first attitude with a strong sense of accountability
• Skills & Strengths:
  • Reliable, resourceful, and able to adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable following instructions and jumping in to help wherever needed
  • Organized and able to manage your time effectively
  • High level of ownership and ability to work independently
  • Strong interpersonal skills—you’re someone people like working with
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiarity with warehouse practices like cycle counting, container loading/unloading, replenishment, and workforce scheduling

Benefits:

The fine print:

• Benefits-eligible 
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability insurance 
• Vacation, Holidays & Sick/Wellness Days 
  • 48 hours Sick/wellness (6 days, accrued annually)
  • 8 paid holidays + 1 Inclusion & Diversity day
  • 120 hours (3 weeks) paid vacation (accrued annually)
• Other Benefits/PerksP
  • 4% 401K matched contribution 
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • 45% Employee discount + 15 % family & friends discount

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