Warehouse Associate

$31,200 - $31,200/Yr

St. Vincent De Paul Dayton - Dayton, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Dayton, OH

About the position

The Warehouse Associate at St. Vincent de Paul is responsible for managing daily operations at the donation dock, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for customers and volunteers. This role involves assisting with the loading and unloading of goods, sorting donations, and maintaining an orderly dock area, all while promoting the organization's mission to support those in need.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and accept donations at the dock.
• Sort multiple containers of materials to determine what is sellable, recyclable, or trash.
• Proficiently check products for defects.
• Safely use pallet jack, dolly, and furniture moving equipment.
• Transport items to and from the sales floor.
• Maintain a neat and orderly dock area, including surrounding areas.
• Pick up items left in donation bins overnight.
• Maintain safety and security standards for employees, donors, and volunteers.
• Report unsafe practices or situations immediately.
• Support the agency safety program and control customer and employee safety.
• Maintain security of donations and report any suspected misuse/theft.
• Ensure all dock doors are locked and secure before leaving each evening.
• Adhere to store attendance policy.
• Bale merchandise as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year work experience in a thrift/resale environment with production/warehouse experience.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work hard and efficiently in all weather conditions.

Nice-to-haves

• Self-motivated and organized.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with diverse populations.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production/warehouse environment.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. for short distances.
• Ability to use a pallet jack is helpful, but not necessary.
• Ability to be flexible in a multi-duty environment.
• Ability to problem solve and resolve conflict.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive hourly wage of $15.
• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization.