Forklift Driver

About Williams-Sonoma DC - Arlington, TX

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

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. 

• 14.5M 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 and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
  • Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees 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

The Forklift Driver is responsible for working with Hub operations management, leads, and team to ensure accurate picking, labeling and shipping of all products to meet the service level expectations of internal and external customers. 

The Forklift Driver position is located in  Arlington, TX . 

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

• Utilize HubM system for put-away and picking transactions 

• Effectively utilize MHE and/or PITs to complete receiving and picking functions 

• Conduct dock searches for cartons as needed 

• Be able to systemically account for all cartons that are moved in assigned areas 

• Work with lead to prioritize any hot orders 

• Physically and systemically load/unload trailers using lift and RF equipment 

• PKMS receiving and labeling of inbound product, including verification of OS&D's versus inbound paperwork for shipments 

• Daily put away duties to include putting away of product on all types of MHE and loading of product to trailers as needed 

• Pick and put-away of product from cross dock trailers and racks 

• Verify product is on correct lanes 

• Inspect all merchandise for damages and count discrepancies 

• Safely and efficiently operate material handling tools and equipment 

• Keep work area safe, organized and clean according to general warehousing practices and OSHA requirements daily 

• Utilize Williams-Sonoma’s Mission, Vision, and Values to govern daily activities while maintaining required accuracy percentages, productivity (if required), and quality standards 

• Other duties as deemed necessary 

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

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 

• At least 6 months experience with RF scanners 

• At least 1 year forklift experience 

• This is an onsite and in office role 

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) 

• Ability to learn warehouse management system functions (PKMS) 

• Ability to read and verify locations and SKU numbers 

• Willing and able to be cross trained and certified to operate any or all WSI DDC equipment: Reach Tracker, Pacers, Swing Reach, Order Picker/TT, Motorized Pallet Jack 

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work under pressure, and be a fast learner 

• Flexible to work overtime as required

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 lift up to 65 lbs 

• Comfortable elevating on an order picker up to 45 feet 

• Able to use computer for an extended period 

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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