Receiving Associate at Stock+Field in Homer Glen, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Title: Receiving Associate

Department: Store Operations

Reports To: Store Manager / Assistant Store Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Stock+Field is a premier farm, home, and outdoor retailer committed to offering a mix of mission-critical, quality products and exclusive offers at competitive prices. Originally founded in 1964 as Big R Stores, the company has grown to more than 25 stores across IL, IN, OH, and WI. In addition to competitive wages, an extensive benefits package is offered for our full-time associates. Our part-time associates have access to voluntary benefits, retirement plan options, paid vacation, employee discount and an employee assistance program.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Efficiently and accurately receive incoming freightReport purchase order discrepanciesCreate purchase orders when neededResponsible for unloading carriersSort and stage incoming freight on U-boatsEnsure that receiving is maintained in a neat, clean, and organized mannerFoster a safe and productive work environmentDiligent in protecting company assetsFollow all SOP guidelines and company policiesOther duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
Must be sixteen years of age or overBasic Computer KnowledgeReading, Comprehension and Writing Skills

Preferred Qualifications

High school Diploma or equivalentPrevious retail experience
Familiar with safety protocolsKnowledge of inventory control and loss prevention

Personality and Relational Skills

Expresses a desire for learning and growthBuilds relationships with a variety of personality typesCommunicates clearly through speech and writingAlways demonstrates a professional attitude with customers and co-workers, including during high pressure situationsPays close attention to details and learns from mistakesSeeks out work to be done and does not wait for work to be assignedSolves problems with minimal supervision
Identifies and makes suggestions to improve processesCustomer Service focusedPerforms as a team player

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.This position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.The position does require frequent lifting of merchandise.It is expected that the employee lift safely, using proper body mechanics and lifting devices. When lifting heavy items, up to 50 pounds, a team lift may be required.