Logistics Apprentice

As a Logistics Apprentice, you will play a role in receiving, preparing, and delivering commercial furniture projects throughout Southwest Missouri. This position is responsible for unloading incoming shipments, staging and preparing products for installation, pre-assembling furniture in our warehouse, loading delivery vehicles, and assisting with furniture installation projects at client locations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Receive, unload, inspect, and organize products arriving from manufacturers and freight carriers.

  • Load Grooms delivery trucks with products and materials for upcoming installation projects.

  • Pull, stage, and prepare furniture and accessories for delivery and installation.

  • Assemble and pre-build furniture in the warehouse according to manufacturer specifications.]

  • Maintain accurate inventory and organized warehouse storage areas.

  • Assist with furniture deliveries and installation projects at client locations, including systems furniture, private offices, conference rooms, seating, casegoods, and accessories.

  • Unload products at job sites and assist with assembly, setup, and placement of furniture.

  • Perform site cleanup, remove packaging materials, and ensure a professional finished appearance.

  • Safely operate warehouse equipment and company vehicles as needed.

  • Maintain vehicles, tools, equipment, and warehouse work areas in a clean and organized condition.

  • Work closely with the installation team to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.

  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

  • Positive attitude and commitment to customer satisfaction.

  • Good communication and organizational skills.

  • Ability to safely lift, carry, and move furniture, boxes, and equipment weighing 50+ pounds.

  • Comfortable working in a warehouse environment and on active customer job sites.

  • Ability to use hand and power tools for furniture assembly and installation.

  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

  • Comfortable driving company delivery vehicles, including straight trucks and transit vans.

  • Ability to understand assembly instructions and installation drawings.

  • Warehouse, delivery, moving, construction, or furniture installation experience preferred.

  • Experience with Herman Miller, MillerKnoll, or other commercial furniture manufacturers is a plus.

Benefits

  • Full-time, stable employment with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM–4:30 PM)

  • Company-paid health insurance for employees

  • Optional dental, life, and short-term disability coverage

  • Family insurance coverage available

  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions

  • Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave

  • Proud veteran-owned business with a strong commitment to employees

  • Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications

  • Bonus opportunities

If you have any questions about this job posting, email Andrea Mueller at amueller@groomsinc.com or give us a call at 417-883-4646.

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