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Retail Warehouse Associate (Warren, MI)

Job Overview

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Benefits

competitive pay
Generous Paid Time Off
Opportunity for advancement
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Ashley Furniture is a leading furniture retailer known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. As a company, Ashley Furniture specializes in providing stylish, durable, and affordable furniture for millions of homes across America. With a strong presence in retail and warehouse operations, Ashley Furniture ensures seamless delivery and preparation of products that turn houses into homes. The company prides itself on a supportive work environment where employees are valued and trained for success. Offering competitive pay and comprehensive healthcare benefits, Ashley Furniture is dedicated to fostering a secure and rewarding career path for its employees. This inclusive employer emphasizes equal opportunities regardless of race, gender identity, or veteran status, making it a welcoming workplace for a diverse team.

The role of a Retail Warehouse Associate at Ashley Furniture is critical to the company’s retail fulfillment centers. The associate plays a vital part in the efficient handling, preparation, and quality control of furniture and home furnishings. This full-time position allows employees to master a variety of warehouse operations, including product receipt, assembly, equipment operation, and inventory management. Retail Warehouse Associates are entrusted with ensuring that all products meet Ashley’s rigorous quality standards before they reach customers, either through pickup or delivery.

In this role, individuals will gain valuable skills such as operating forklifts and pallet jacks, performing minor repairs and touch-ups, supporting inventory activities, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The position demands a strong commitment to customer service, safety, reliability, and teamwork. Employees are encouraged to grow with the company by actively participating in training sessions, meetings, and skill development opportunities, contributing innovative ideas, and demonstrating consistent high-quality performance.

Ashley Furniture emphasizes a culture of continuous improvement and core values that support career advancement and personal growth. The company’s comprehensive benefits package includes competitive pay, generous paid time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401k plan, and employee discounts. From day one, employees are supported with training programs designed to build lasting careers. The role is physically demanding, requiring the ability to safely lift and maneuver furniture weighing up to 100 pounds, and occasionally heavier with assistance. Prior experience in warehouse or retail furniture handling, inventory control, or equipment operation is preferred but not mandatory, as Ashley Furniture commits to training the right candidates.

Joining Ashley Furniture as a Retail Warehouse Associate is an opportunity to be part of a brand that values attitude over skill upon hiring, providing comprehensive resources to develop expertise. It’s a career choice that offers not only financial and healthcare benefits but also a chance to be part of a team dedicated to turning customers’ visions into reality through quality furniture. This role is ideal for motivated individuals who thrive in an active, collaborative environment and are eager to build a future within the retail warehouse industry. Your work directly impacts families by helping create comfortable, stylish living spaces, making your contributions meaningful every day.

Job Requirements

  • Physical capability to lift, carry, push, pull, and maneuver furniture and merchandise weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance for heavier items
  • Ability to participate in frequent physical activity throughout the workday
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to warehouse operations and safety protocols
  • Dependable and consistent attendance
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Commitment to following all safety procedures and company policies

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely
  • Basic mechanical skills for minor furniture repairs preferred
  • Experience in warehouse, distribution, or retail settings is a plus
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to safety and quality standards
  • Reliable attendance and work ethic

Job Duties

  • Safely receive, move, store, assemble, and prepare furniture and home furnishings throughout the warehouse and distribution process
  • Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, lifts, pallet jacks, and dollies, while following all safety procedures
  • Inspect, prepare, and maintain merchandise to ensure products meet Ashley quality standards before customer pickup or delivery
  • Load, unload, organize, and stage merchandise to support efficient warehouse operations and inventory accuracy
  • Assist with product preparation, minor repairs, touch-ups, and repackaging to ensure merchandise is customer-ready
  • Support inventory management activities, including merchandise tracking, cycle counts, and physical inventories
  • Demonstrate exemplary customer service by creating positive experiences for customers in the warehouse and in their homes, serving as a professional and trusted representative of the Ashley brand
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while completing required documentation accurately and on time

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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