Job Description

Who we are:

Visual Comfort & Co. is the premier resource for decorative and architectural lighting, ceiling fans, system controls and automated shading solutions from the most influential designers in the world. We are proud to offer a market-leading range of premium products across categories, styles and price points, remaining committed to beautiful design and, above all, a world-class customer experience.

The Material Handler II reports directly to the Department Manager within the distribution facility and performs advanced material handling and inventory functions. This role is responsible for shipping, receiving, picking, packing, checking, and cycle counting materials with a high degree of accuracy and independence. The Material Handler II serves as a knowledgeable resource within the warehouse, demonstrating strong attention to detail, the ability to identify subtle differences in item numbers, and proficiency in warehouse systems and equipment. This position may assist with training, troubleshooting, and supporting workflow efficiency while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Visual Comfort Offers:

• Work-Life Balance: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Training & Development: A comprehensive and structured training program, complemented by ongoing education and opportunities for career advancement.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation accrual and paid time off policies.
• Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year, in addition to 2 floating holidays.
• Compensation: Competitive compensation plan
• Health Benefits: Visual Comfort covers the majority of employee medical premiums, and offers competitive vision and dental coverage available starting the first of the month following your start date.
• Insurance: Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%, available beginning the first of the month following your hire date.

How success is defined:

• Operate pallet jack.
• Receives product deliveries.
• Unload shipping containers.
• Scan and stock product accurately, timely, and neatly in its primary location.
• Utilize handheld scanner.
• Ensure picking accuracy and quantity rate maintained at an established standard.
• Communicate picking work order issues (out of stock, location) to Material Admins.
• Complete assigned cycle counts, physical inventories, random or receipt of audits and reconciliations.
• Research and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Evaluates all material for inaccuracies against picking tickets.
• Responsible for completing clerical tasks such as labeling and tagging boxes to prepare shipment.
• Packs items quickly and properly within the established time limit and standard.
• Operates machines and equipment to assist in the packing process.
• Adheres to all safety, OSHA guidelines, work rules and policies and focuses daily on housekeeping inside and outside of the facility.
• Must be present in the workplace and demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality and adherence to agreed-upon schedule as determined by the Manager.
• Supports, exhibits and adheres to the VCC Core Values.
• Works effectively with others in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems.
• Must demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to agreed-upon schedule. While being present in the workplace to effectively collaborate and communicate amongst co-workers and teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

• A minimum of 6 months to 1 year of full-time industry experience in a warehouse, distribution center, order fulfillment center, logistics, supply chain operations or manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must exhibit the ability to read, write, understand and speak English.
• Strong aptitude for and proficiency navigating Systems and Programs
• Experience in interior design, custom home building products, luxury home furnishings and/or lighting industry a plus
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Ability to achieve results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation
• Demonstrate exceptional communication across all contact channels, including email, chat and phone
• Available to work a flexible schedule including weekends, early mornings, late evenings
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for this role

Compensation Range: $18.00 per hour

Compensation for this position is based on applicable, job-related factors, which may include, where relevant to the position, skills, qualifications, relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic work location, consistent with applicable law.

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Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

To be eligible for this role, you must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role. Likewise, Visual Comfort & Co., will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).