Staging Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with arranging, constructing, painting, and deconstructing displays.
• Open, assemble, and inspect merchandise prior to placing it in the showroom.
• Tag merchandise with price, SKU, and feature information.
• Operate a stock picker and pull merchandise from the warehouse.
• Be responsible for all rugs on the show floor.
• Keep rug quads on the show floor full.
• Rotate show floor rugs for continuous upkeep.
• Perform proper pricing for damaged or returned rugs.
• Upkeep on price updates and markdowns for rugs.
• Upkeep on all signage for every rug on the show floor.
• Communicate with designers about new and old inventory.
• Physically lay rugs under furniture sets.
• Learn furniture and accessories design and styles.
• Open, assemble, and inspect merchandise using hand and power tools.
• Tag and clean merchandise before placing it on the show floor.
• Use inventory software to transfer product and change product status.
• Place product on the show floor with guidance.
• Account for various items on the show floor for inventory purposes.
• Ensure the department, show floor, walking lanes, and nearby areas are clean and professional.
• Ensure the safety of oneself and others.
• Abide by all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Staging Manager.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Prior experience operating warehouse equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and cherry picker is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work a physically demanding job.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing 50-100lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to become certified in the operation of warehouse equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Sense of ownership and pride in performance.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong independent work ethic and creativity.
• Ability to be trained on the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours a day.
• Constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Able to work shifts that are 8-12 hours long.
• Able to work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Design, equipment, and/or safety certifications/licenses are preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted in lieu of a diploma.