Receiving Lead

Job Description

MAJOR FUNCTION:

Responsible for unloading incoming product using proper furniture handling techniques to ensure the merchandise is not damaged. Apply labels and scan the incoming product into our WMS system.  Direct any cross dock merchandise to the proper staging areas. Direct the activities of the material handlers and equipment operators to make the work flow as efficiently as possible.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Supervise and train the materials handlers to properly hand unload each trailer or container.
• Correctly label each piece of incoming merchandise taking care to insure the label and the contents of the box match.
• Scan incoming merchandise to the proper location so it can be crossed docked or put away
• Assign equipment such as belt printers and scanners to receiving associates
• Accountable for proper handling of materials and merchandise to minimize the potential for damage and injury.
• Accountable for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Accountable for maintaining a clean and clear work environment, free from trip hazards.

Job Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Heavy lifting required sometimes in excess of 100 pounds
• Must wear company provided uniforms and steel toe shoes
• Must be able to work Sunday through Thursday 11:00 PM until all the work is completed.
• Must complete and understand all company sponsored safety programs.

Disclaimer

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He/she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon the request of his superior.

Havertys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havertys does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.