Warehouse worker

Description

To assist in the operations of collecting and processing donations to the Thrift Stores, and Foodbank, practicing good stewardship of our donated resources

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safe and careful handling of all donations and deliveries in TS & Foodbank warehouse Provide courteous and diplomatic service Load/unload goods at warehouse(s) and other destinations Participate in maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the buildings, including snow removal, garbage and recycling sorting and removal Helps operate warehouse equipment such as baler, compactor, forklift. – will receive full training. Assists with processing raw materials by unloading, sorting, packing, sorting, loading and baling the donations; protects the integrity of the donations. Selects goods for thrift store distribution meeting established standards of quality Meets assigned daily Thrift Store targets; Assist in Thrift Store warehouse as required: including hanging, pricing goods. Assist the truck drivers with their duties, may accompany drivers on donation pickups, unloading, loading Performs other duties as assigned within relevant job scope.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of High School (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable) Must be permitted to work in Canada

Experience:

The successful candidate must have 3 months prior experience, including life skills

Required Skills/Knowledge:

An understanding of and support for the Mission Statement of the Salvation Army in Canada Excellent customer/donor service ethics including the ability to deal with the public in a friendly manner A proven ability to work in a team setting as well as a willingness to take personal initiatives The ability to adapt to change and interruptions to a normal work routine, and work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. The ability to maintain confidentiality. A willingness to adhere to a dress code of modesty, neatness and cleanliness The successful applicant must have, or be willing to obtain, a criminal record check, clearance from the National Abuse Registry and be bondable

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

Background check consent. A clear vulnerable sector screening. A clean drivers abstract.*if applicable Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

HOURS: Part-time – 22.5 hours per week. No Sunday work. After completion of 3 month probation period, enrollment to an RRSP program will be offered, with employer contributions.

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