The Warehouse Associate / Backup Driver supports daily warehouse operations through accurate receiving, organization, staging, and shipment of merchandise. This position primarily performs warehouse responsibilities while also serving as a backup delivery driver based on business demands, workload, and staffing needs. The role requires strong attention to detail, safe work practices, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Locate, pull and transfer products for daily sales orders, ensuring accuracy between physical inventory and order documentation.
Receive, process, organize, and sort serialized and non-serialized products according to company standards.
Assist with quality control, inspection, and maintenance of rental inventory and equipment.
Prepare, pack, and label merchandise for shipment following company procedures and safety guidelines.
Load and unload products safely, with or without the use of carts, pallet jacks, or other approved equipment.
Move and organize product within the warehouse to support storage, staging, inventory accuracy, and shipment needs.
Serve as a backup delivery driver by operating company vehicles to transport products between locations as needed.
Conduct basic vehicle safety inspections and comply with all traffic laws, DOT regulations, and company safety policies.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse and work environment.
Support warehouse leadership and team members with additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.
Ability and willingness to operate company vehicles, including cargo vans and box trucks, as needed.
Six months previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, logistics, or inventory experience preferred.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and warehouse scanning systems preferred.
Ability to navigate warehouse locations, locate products accurately, and use RF scanning equipment.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving ability.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Must be available to work overtime.
Compensation: Commensurate with Experience; $20.00 - $22.00 per hour.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Charlotte, NC
Industry
Retail
Salary
$20–$22 Per Hour
Company Size
10,000 employees or more
Year Founded
1964
Website
https://www.guitarcenter.com/pages/careers
About Company
Guitar Center is a leading retailer of musical instruments, lessons, repairs and rentals in the U.S. With more than 290 stores across the U.S. and one of the top direct sales websites in the industry, Guitar Center has helped people make music for more than 50 years. Guitar Center also provides customers with various musician-based services, including Guitar Center Lessons, where musicians of all ages and skill levels can learn to play a variety of instruments in many music genres; GC Repairs, an on-site maintenance and repairs service; and GC Rentals, a program offering easy rentals of instruments and other sound reinforcement gear. Additionally, Guitar Center’s sister brands include Music & Arts, which operates more than 150 stores specializing in band & orchestral instruments for sale and rental, serving teachers, band directors, college professors and students, and Musician’s Friend, a leading direct marketer of musical instruments in the United States.
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