Outbound Shipping Associate Jobs in Rutherford, NJ

About Schumacher

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers "celebrate the feeling of home". Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what's come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is the people. We believe that our employees are our most important assets. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows:

• Preserve Our Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage
• Practice Adaptability
• Embrace Collaboration

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer's journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. Paramount is an independently operating business unit of F. Schumacher & Co., functioning as a growth-stage startup with the resources of an established organization and serving both direct-to-consumer and bulk / volume channels. This is an exciting and highly visible position that plays an important role in shaping, supporting, and monitoring the future of Schumacher's manufacturing operation.

Role Overview

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the overall efficiency, accuracy, and organization of all warehouse activities, including inventory receiving, storage, and order fulfillment. This role is critical in ensuring a seamless flow of materials between vendors, the warehouse, and the production/shipping departments, directly impacting timely order completion. The Lead will be responsible for inventory accuracy through rigorous counting procedures and will play a key role in system and process implementation.

Hours are 6:30am to 3:00pm Monday - Friday with potential for Overtime

YOU WILL:

Inventory Support & Accuracy

• Assist with the receiving, labeling, storage, and organization of raw materials and finished wallpaper products.
• Support daily and weekly cycle counts to help maintain inventory accuracy.
• Participate in end-of-month and end-of-year physical inventory counts as directed.
• Accurately record inventory movements in the Monday Board and related tracking tools.
• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, or data errors to the Warehouse Lead promptly.
• Assist with inbound quality control (QC) checks to ensure materials meet specifications before being accepted into inventory.

Warehouse Operations & Fulfillment

• Pick, stage, and prepare materials and finished goods for production or outbound shipping.
• Ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and efficiently according to production schedules and shipping timelines.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse areas to support efficient workflows.
• Support coordination between Warehouse, Production, and Shipping teams to prevent delays due to material availability or handling issues.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and internal movement of materials using appropriate equipment.

Process Support & Continuous Improvement

• Follow established SOPs for inventory handling, safety, and system usage.
• Assist with the implementation of new tools or processes (e.g., barcoding, improved labeling, layout changes).
• Provide feedback to the Warehouse Lead on workflow challenges or improvement opportunities.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and equipment.
• Participate in required safety and operational training.
• Report safety hazards or incidents immediately.

JOB QUALITIES:

• Able to respond quickly to shifting order priorities and stay focused while working on multiple projects at once
• Thrive in target driven environment and willing to do what it takes to meet deadlines
• A great communicator and active contributor to larger team goals and processes
• Enjoys the small team environment, high energy and scrappy
• Resourceful, a creative problem solver
• Willing to pick up additional shifts as needed (overtime pay)
• Highly organized, ability to keep your workstation clean and tidy
• Able to handle product with care
• Able to utilize ladders and other small equipment
• Able to lift a minimum of 60lbs, bend, squat, kneel, reach overhead, push and pull heavy boxes and containers, stand for long periods of time; this is a largely active role
• Experience in receiving, counting materials and stocking materials is preferred
• Experience working with ERP systems is preferred
• Able to attend phone calls and email requests from inter-company and third-party customers

YOU HAVE/ARE:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Bi-lingual, Spanish-speaking capability preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of warehouse, manufacturing, or inventory-related experience preferred.
• Basic familiarity with inventory systems or Monday software is a plus.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, standing, and repetitive movement.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• A team player, cooperative, a person who easily gains trust and supports peers
• Has an all hands on deck mentality, and is willing to pitch in with multiple team members
• Able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment

Wealth Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing
• 401K Plan

Health Benefits:

• Dental Coverage
• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• TELADOC

Other Benefits:

• 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Company Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• AFLAC Plans (Accident and Critical Illness Plans)
• Pet Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Parental Medical Leave
• Child Bonding Leave
• Employee Discount

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.