1st shift (7am - 3pm) Seasonal Distribution Associate (Sur La Table)

Job description

With over 59 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, **Sur La Table** offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table – and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we’re all here for the same reason – to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food. The **Seasonal Distribution Associate** contributes to the success of Sur La Table by ensuring accurate orders, meeting set target rates per hour, and ensuring product integrity and quality standards are met throughout the distribution process. The Seasonal Distribution Associate reports to either a Distribution Supervisor or Operations Manager. ### Job Duties and Responsibilities - Perform all required procedures and documentation in a safe and efficient manner to maintain the highest quality finished product to our customers - Accountable for meeting quality and productivity standards - Routinely work in cross functional roles to assist in meeting daily productivity goals - General housekeeping, maintenance and organization of work area - Record time worked, accurately and according to SLT policy - Consistently follows all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) - Additional responsibilities as assigned ### Essential Functions - Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with employees, customers, and vendors - Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment - Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time - Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation - Able to work overtime and weekends as business dictates - Ability to regularly lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 35 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs - Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crouch in order to retrieve and/or replenish merchandise - Ability to ascend and descend stairs in order to retrieve and/or move merchandise - Ability to learn and operate general warehouse equipment (RF, Pallet Jack) - Ability to perform duties in an environment that is not climate controlled and will be exposed to dust, odors and noise ### Experience and Required Qualifications - Prior distribution experience preferred - Experience with warehouse management systems and hand-held device preferred - Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills - Basic math calculations for selecting, counting, and checking work - Must be at least 18 years old - Focus on the Customer: You inspire and delight your customers. - Be Genuine: Your communication style is respectful, effective and sincere. - Make the Right Call: You effectively blend knowledge, experience, wisdom & decisive action. - Take Ownership: You are committed, responsible and provide solutions. - Achieve Results: You meet and exceed goals and expectations.