What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Worker position at The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division?
Warehouse Worker - The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
About Us
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible, motivated by the love of God. The mission of The Salvation Army is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Job Overview
Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Warehouse Worker. This dynamic role combines hands-on warehouse operations with the opportunity to mentor and support program beneficiaries in their work therapy development. You'll help maintain an organized warehouse while making a meaningful impact in people's lives.
Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour
Status: FT/40 hours
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
Required Education & Experience
About Us
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible, motivated by the love of God. The mission of The Salvation Army is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Job Overview
Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Warehouse Worker. This dynamic role combines hands-on warehouse operations with the opportunity to mentor and support program beneficiaries in their work therapy development. You'll help maintain an organized warehouse while making a meaningful impact in people's lives.
Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour
Status: FT/40 hours
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
- Load, unload, and move products to correct departments
- Price merchandise according to guidelines
- Track production numbers and complete reports
- Maintain organized work areas and clean environment
- Operate warehouse equipment as trained
- Follow safety protocols and procedures
- Assist donors with donation drop-offs
- Complete donation receipts accurately
- Collect and track donor information
- Process various types of donations including:
- Clothing and accessories
- Household items
- Electronics
- Furniture and antiques
- Jewelry and collectibles
- Baler
- Compactor
- Forklift
- Elevator
- Other warehouse equipment
Required Education & Experience
- High School Diploma preferred
- Must read, write, and speak English proficiently
- Warehouse experience beneficial
- Customer service experience helpful
- Strong attention to detail
- Basic math and reporting skills
- Good manual dexterity
- Excellent communication abilities
- Team-oriented mindset
- Regular lifting up to 50 pounds
- Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
- Extended standing and walking
- Frequent bending and reaching
- Clear vision and depth perception
- Ability to operate equipment safely
- Meaningful work supporting rehabilitation
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Training in various specialties
- Flexible scheduling options
- Warehouse/store backroom setting
- Low to moderate noise level
- Temperature variations possible
- Active, dynamic atmosphere
- Team-oriented environment
Salary : $14