Warehouse Worker - West Kelowna, Canada - The Salvation Army

    The Salvation Army
    The Salvation Army West Kelowna, Canada

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Description

    The Warehouse Worker assists in all areas of the Thrift Store's operation including: the efficient and effective reclamation, processing or distribution of warehouse goods; & provides quality customer service. They may also participate in the maintenance of an effective and attractive display merchandise in order to maximize profitability of the store.

    HOURS:

  • 37.5 per week
  • KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Receives, sorts, stores and prices donations as per directions and standards
  • Process donated items by unloading, sorting, packing, storing, bailing and reloading the donations
  • Lifts and relocates bags and boxes to determined areas as required. Assists with heavy lifting as required
  • Climbs ladders and stores seasonal product in overhead storage bins
  • Separates recycling and garbage, and processes both according to the direction given, including into truck for removal
  • Meets assigned daily targets; counts, weighs and record incoming and outgoing donations
  • Maintains general cleanliness along with the safety and functionality of warehouse and property in accordance with all safety policies and guidelines
  • May operate the forklift to move goods as necessary after sufficient training
  • Shares janitorial duties in common spaces such as washroom and kitchen
  • Ensure work stations for volunteers are clear and ready before they arrive
  • Provide positive and courteous service to customers
  • May process customer transactions at the sales counter including cash and debit/credit sales ensuring accuracy and in accordance with policies and procedures
  • May assist with accurate opening and closing of store procedures when required, including POS terminals and till
  • Assist in keeping the general sales floor neat & clean and assure product displays are kept full and are tidy
  • Keep stock rotated as per schedule or as directed by supervisor
  • May implement store layout plans to attract customers including window displays and merchandise displays; Arrange and display sales items
  • Work with volunteers as assigned
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

    Education/Certifications:

  • The incumbent will have completed Public School
  • Experience:

  • The incumbent must have the following experience before hire: Up to three months of prior related experience including experiences with warehouse receiving/processing/distribution of goods, and customer serviceKnowledge of lifting guidelines are an asset
  • Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • Physical Effort/Dexterity Required The performance of the job requires frequently standing for long periods of time, twisting, bending, crouching, reaching overhead, pulling and pushing, kneeling & lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Concentration Required The performance of the job requires frequent safety awareness and sorting of donationsAttention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
  • Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility