5am Early Morning Truck Associate

The 5 a.m. Early Morning Truck Associate position at TJ X in New Bern, NC, supports the company's off‑price retail network by handling incoming truckloads for its stores. In this role you will be one of the first team members on site, ensuring that merchandise arrives, is checked and prepared for quick movement onto the sales floor. Your daily tasks involve unloading trucks, comparing the items received with the packing slips, sorting the products, and staging them in the proper locations so they can be distributed efficiently. You will also keep the dock area tidy and safe, using hand‑held scanners and basic computer functions to record inventory accurately. The employer looks for candidates who have worked in a warehouse, distribution center or a similarly fast‑moving environment. You must be able to lift loads of up to 50 lb and stay on your feet, bending and walking for long periods. A keen eye for detail and the ability to operate a scanner or basic computer system are essential, as is reliability for the 5 a.m., 1 p.m. shift three to four days each week. Working the early shift offers a quieter atmosphere and the chance to make a direct impact on product availability, contributing to the overall customer experience. You will join a collaborative crew that values speed, accuracy and safety, helping TJ X maintain its reputation for delivering great‑value merchandise. What the role asks for: - Prior warehouse or distribution‑center experience - Ability to lift up to 50 lb - Capacity to stand, bend and walk for extended periods - Strong attention to detail - Basic computer and hand‑held scanner proficiency - Availability for a 5 a.m., 1 p.m. shift (3‑4 days/week)