About Williams Sonoma - Jacksonville, FL

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma. Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

In 2021, Williams-Sonoma was recognized as a Great Place to Work ®, an honor which reflects that we are truly a people-first organization. Our operation includes:

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 15.1M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi, Arizona, and Tennessee totaling 3.9M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi and Tennessee
  • Manufacturing facilities located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling 861k square feet with over 1,500 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million - $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture3 Sutter Street Upholstery Factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi with over 1,400 FTE’s producing approximately $900 million to $1 Billion in sales of Upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

Job Summary: Working with operations management, leads, and team to ensure to ensure accurate processing of all returns, inspections, repackaging, and disposition of product.

The Merchandise Processor position is located in Jacksonville, FL.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will....

• Ensure proper documentation and system updates concerning inventory location occur
• Perform regular cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory
• Verify piece by ensuring manufacturer carton label matches delivery documents
• Remove furniture from packaging of cardboard and other packaging (Deluxe)
• Sort and stage packaging for recycling station
• Stage and inspect all furniture to DC guidelines for final inspection
• Verify all parts/pieces are present
• Inspect furniture closely noting any blemishes with marking tape
• Disposition returned merchandise after inspection
• Unload and load trailers using a dock truck and manually
• Maintain a clear and neat work station throughout the workday
• Perform any end of day clean up or additional tasks as the workload requires
• Works cooperatively with others
• Observes all WSI safety and company rules/regulations in the performance of duties
• Must be able to lift or carry heavy objects up to 75Lbs with or without accommodation and be able to push/pull up to 500Lbs with assistance or accommodation
• Other duties as assigned.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

• High School diploma or general education degree or equivalent is preferred
• Previous experience with furniture or household goods is desired
• Experience with RF gun and or PKMS is preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are a must

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role….

• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, and lift throughout the day.
• Able to use computer or equipment for an extended period of time.

​​​Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com

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