At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

We are currently seeking a Damage Clerk to join our team. In this role, you will inspect damaged product and determine whether to make minor repairs or dispose of the items. The position also requires determining the final disposition of the product, preparing it to be returned back to stock, disposed of or sent to Blue Dot. Applicants should be highly organized and thorough and have excellent attention-to-detail skills. The ideal candidate also possesses the ability to perform minor repairs as needed.

Please note that this position is open to internal candidates only. External candidates who apply will not be considered for this role.

A day on the job looks like this:

• Inspecting items for damage to the product or packaging
• Inspecting items to ensure they have not been compromised for safety, appearance or function
• Determining final disposition of the product, preparing it to be returned back to stock, sent to Blue Dot or disposed of. Task includes reboxing, applying new shrink-wrap, taping, assembling furniture, etc.
• Price-ticking items for Blue Dot shipments

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• High school diploma or GED recommended
• Ability to triage for performance or damage based on Lakeshore expectations
• Must be trained and/or willing to be trained on HighJump
• A flexible, dependable multitasker willing and ready to perform any job necessary
• Highly organized, thorough and excellent attention-to-detail required
• Ability to perform minor repairs as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong time-management skills
• Maintains good attendance

And here’s our end of the bargain!

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, plus a bonus plan
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Exceptional training and support, and all the resources you need to be successful
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and to create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 

To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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