JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL DISTRIBUTION CENTER ASSOCIATE

Make Your Mark™ with Tandy Leather! Do you want to be part of a distribution center team that is the hub of our worldwide business? From receiving new products to distributing them throughout the world to our stores and customers, our distribution center associates keep Tandy running!

As a member of our DC team, you'll enjoy a consistent schedule with first shift hours, a fully climate-controlled work environment, paid job training and room to advance, paid Holidays and PTO, and so much more! This is an exciting time to be joining, as we upgrade our technology and prepare to move to a brand-new state-of-the-art facility at a desirable location in Benbrook, Texas.

We are hiring for both Full-time and Part-time positions! When you join our talented and diverse team of distribution center associates, you are joining a heritage brand with more than 100 years of expertise in the field of leathercraft as we enter the next chapter in a new home. Sound like a team you'd like to be a part of?

ABOUT TANDY LEATHER - Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. (http://www.tandyleather.com), headquartered in a brand new facility in Benbrook, Texas, is the largest specialty leather retailer and a go-to resource for generations of leather workers. Our broad product line includes leather, leatherworking tools, buckles and adornments, leather dyes and finishes, saddle and tack hardware, and do-it-yourself kits; we also provide classes and other teaching resources. An institution in the Fort Worth area since 1919, Tandy Leather distributes its products through its 100+ retail stores located in 40 US states, 6 Canadian provinces, and Spain. As a century-old brand, Tandy has a deep respect for tradition, but we also embrace change, new trends, and new ways to create. From store to distribution center to corporate, Team Tandy works collaboratively every day to ensure our customers’ experiences are always consistent no matter how they choose to shop at Tandy.

ABOUT THE POSITION: GENERAL DISTRIBUTION CENTER ASSOCIATE - Our DISTRIBUTION CENTER Associates play a key role in the daily operation of the Distribution Center, ensuring merchandise is received, stocked, picked, packed, and shipped accurately and efficiently to 100+ retail stores. This is a hands-on position that supports both inbound (receiving & put-away) and outbound (picking, packing, shipping) operations, as well as quality control tasks as assigned. You will be responsible for performing an array of duties such as receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing, and retrieving stock.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inbound (Receiving & Put-Away)

• Unload and inspect incoming shipments
• Verify product quantities and conditions against purchase orders
• Label and scan inventory using RF devices
• Place goods in designated distribution center storage locations

Outbound (Picking, Packing & Shipping)

• Accurately pick items from storage using handheld scanners
• Pack and label cartons for store delivery
• Prepare shipments according to delivery schedule and loading plans
• Stage completed orders on outbound dock per route or store

Quality Control & Housekeeping

• Check items for damage, mislabeling, or order errors
• Follow all safety and cleanliness standards in assigned area
• Report inventory discrepancies or equipment malfunctions

REQUIREMENTS

• High school Diploma/GED preferred
• 6+ months of distribution center, stocking, or distribution experience preferred
• Attention to detail and a strong work ethic, with a commitment to accuracy and a high level of productivity
• Must be comfortable with distribution center management software (WMS), using handheld scanners and other inventory tracking technology
• Familiarity with distribution center safety practices
• Communicate clearly and proactively with teammates (leads and peers) to ensure timely completion of duties. Report issues through the chain of command
• Willingness to learn multiple functions and cross train
• General math and problem-solving skills
• Reliable transportation, attendance and punctuality
• Must be able to bend, walk/stand for 8 hours or more and lift 30-50 lbs.
• Some exposure to dusty and dirty work conditions
• Some exposure to storing hazardous materials

TLF offers great benefits and a competitive compensation package:

• 4 Day Work Weeks!
• Air conditioned/climate-controlled distribution center; moving soon to a brand-new location.
• Competitive compensation – strong pay for performance culture.
• Regular Incentive Bonus Programs – based on performance and productivity, a great way to grow your pay!
• Paid Holidays – 10 paid holidays available on day one of employment.
• Paid Time Off – beginning at 30 days of employment.
• Comprehensive health care coverage options: medical, dental, vision plus life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Plan – company matched
• Employee discounts on our products
• And much, much more!

Earning potential up to $15.00 - 19.00/hr based on experience/certifications.

We consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with Criminal Histories.

To learn more about Tandy Leather, please visit our website: www.tandyleather.com.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At Tandy, our diversity is our strength, and we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Tandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.