Warehouse Associate Id-3085

Our new 1.2 Million sq. ft. facility has recently opened in Aberdeen, MD! We deliver a best-in-class customer experience in the furniture and home space because of people like you, who are driven, determined, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. In order to maintain our high level of delivery standards and meet our customer’s needs, the Wayfair Distribution team plays a key role in improving customer satisfaction and driving repeat business. We’ve been busy building a best-in-class logistics network that allows us to delight customers by speeding up deliveries, adding services, and reducing damage using our own physical, asset-based warehouses. We are looking for talented hard-working individuals to join our growing team – your professional home awaits you at Wayfair!



Hiring NOW for Full time and Seasonal positions!
Shift Options:
  • Sun - Wed 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Wed - Sat 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Mon - Fri  4:30 PM - 1:00 AM

Wayfair Benefits
  • $1.50 Shift Differential after 6:00pm
  • Referral bonus
  • Overtime hours & pay
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Wayfair company discount
  • Health benefits start day one
  • Growth opportunities (Conversions, Promotions, and more!)
What You'll Do 
  • Unload and receive inbound furniture orders which will require manually moving large, heavy goods.

  • Must be comfortable repeatedly lifting up to 75 pounds unassisted and maneuvering product 150+ pounds unassisted or via team lift.

  • Use scan technology to document pertinent carton level information, including condition, quantity, and warehouse location of material.

  • Proactively monitor order management systems to ensure that all orders have been received properly and that detailed descriptions are provided for any Overage/Shortage/Damage issues.

  • Perform regular cycle counts to ensure inventory is accurate and up to date.

  • Pick deliveries from inventory and stage them by truck and stop number.

  • Provide direct input into the existing user tools and make recommendations for improvements based on your everyday experience.

  • Be a vocal contributor on the team.

  • Work effectively with peers and managers.

  • Identify the most efficient way to complete assigned tasks and asks clarifying questions when appropriate.

  • Able to read and comprehend English to ensure your safety and the safety of those working around you.

  • Be cross trained in other departments and required to perform additional responsibilities as assigned


What You'll Need

  • Must be comfortable repeatedly lifting up to 75 lbs. unassisted and moving product 150+ lbs. unassisted or via team lift.

  • Must be able to work on warehouse floor 8 hours a day or more.

  • Strong, consistent work ethic.

  • Comfort with scanning technology.

  • Experience in Distribution or Logistics is a plus.

  • Experience working in High Jump is a plus.

  • Able to read and comprehend English to ensure your safety and the safety of those working around you.

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