Receiving & Assembly Associate

Position Summary

The Receiving & Assembly Associate is responsible for accurate intake of merchandise, inventory control, and professional assembly of products (grills, outdoor power equipment, furniture, etc.). This role directly impacts in-stock position, sales readiness, and customer satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities

1. Receiving & Inventory Control

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips 
• Identify and report discrepancies, damages, or shortages immediately 
• Accurately check in merchandise using POS / inventory systems (Epicor or ACE systems) 
• Label, tag, and route product to correct departments or staging areas 
• Maintain organized receiving area with clear workflow (no bottlenecks) 
• Execute vendor-managed inventory (VMI) processes where applicable 
• Ensure priority items are floor-ready within same day (target: <24 hours) 

2. Assembly Operations

Assemble products to manufacturer and ACE standards: 

• Grills (Weber, Traeger, Big Green Egg, Napoleon) 
• Outdoor power equipment (EGO, Stihl, Toro) 
• Patio furniture, wheelbarrows, snow blowers, etc. 
• Perform safety checks and quality assurance before product hits the floor or delivery 
• Stage completed units for display or customer pickup/delivery 
• Maintain assembly tools, workspace, and parts inventory 

3. Merchandising Support

• Assist with floor resets and seasonal builds (grill displays, snow, lawn & garden) 
• Ensure assembled products are clean, priced, and retail-ready 
• Support promotional setups and vendor displays 

4. Delivery & Customer Support (as needed)

• Assist with loading customer vehicles safely and efficiently 
• Support local deliveries when required 
• Provide basic product education to customers (grill startup, equipment usage)

Qualifications

• Prior warehouse, receiving, or assembly experience preferred 
• Mechanical aptitude (tools, equipment assembly) required 
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs consistently 
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills 
• Comfortable using inventory/POS systems 
• Valid driver’s license

Work Environment

• Fast-paced retail and warehouse setting 
• Indoor and outdoor work depending on season 
• Exposure to equipment, tools, and moving inventory

Compensation & Structure (optional to include)

• $17-$21 Hourly and performance incentives tied to assembly output (e.g., per grill/unit bonus) and receiving accuracy and speed.
• Opportunity for advancement into Operations or Floor Leadership

Work schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay

• Signing bonus
• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Employee discount