Distribution Center Laborer - New Pay Increase!

Company: Ashley Furniture
Location: Desoto
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

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Ashley is proud to once again be named one of America’s Best Large Employers 2021 by Forbes Magazine!

Join a team that feels like family. 

We are searching for a Distribution Center Associate to load or unload products from trailers and containers in our fast-paced Distribution & Fulfillment Center, as well as transport finished products between Manufacturing and Distribution Center storage locations. Here, you’ll have independence in your work, and shifts that align with your needs – choose from various schedule options that include different times of day, lengths of shift, and number of days a week. 

Our ideal candidate is reliable and enjoys a physically active environment. You’ll be lifting and moving furniture, getting a quality work out while getting paid. The work is self-driven, allowing for a high level of independence. If this sounds like you, apply online today!

Join us in Mesquite, TX

Starting Base Wage:  

• 1st Shift: $15.00 - $15.50 with incremental tenured increases 

Base additions:  

• Weekend differentials up to $2.00 additional ($1.00 an hour extra if either Saturday or Sunday is part of your regular shift. $2.00 an hour extra if both Saturday and Sunday are part of your regular shift)
• 2nd shift: +$0.75
• 3rd shift: +$1.00

What you will do as a Distribution Center Associate: 

• Lifting: you must be able to lift and carry objects up to 100 pounds and manipulate up to 250 pounds occasionally. (Think of lifting couches throughout the day.)
• Pushing and pulling: You will frequently transport loads of up to 100 pounds and occasionally manipulate up to 250 pounds. 
• You will manipulate products by hand from a primary location to a cart, pallet, or plate.
• Move materials within the Distribution Center as needed.
• Operate Powered Industrial Vehicles in a safe and appropriate manner.
• You will make safety for yourself and your co-workers a top priority at all times. 

What skills you will need: 

• You have basic counting and math skills. 
• You can read, write, and comprehend the meaning of basic communications. 
• You have the ability to measure using English and Metric scales. 
• Ability to learn our basic computer and scanning systems. 
• You are able to obtain a valid, company-issued Powered Industrial Vehicles license where required. 

Affordable benefits built for you.  

• Very competitive pay 
• Medical and dental insurance
• Profit sharing after one year
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Family appreciation day
• Great opportunities for career growth
• Furniture Discount

We hire for the attitude and train for the skill. 

The people of Ashley Furniture are what truly defines this company. Our team lives and breathes a “dirty fingernail” approach that breeds success unlike any other. That’s why when we hire new team members, we don’t require them to know the technical ins and outs of the job. We’re looking for great culture fits and will train you for everything else.  

Apply now 

Ashley Furniture is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you’re good at what you do, we want you to do it at Ashley Furniture.  

Ashley Furniture Industries, 4000 E. Scyene Rd, Mesquite, TX 75181

Questions? Call us today! 469-420-5040

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