Materials Handler

Title : Materials Handler

Reports To : Warehouse Coordinator, Production Supervisor, General Supervisor, Administrator Status: Hourly

Function:
The Materials Handler will work cooperatively with all personnel to ensure the safe and expeditious movement of merchandise in and out of the warehouse, sorting room, and stores, and will be responsible for performing a wide variety of duties related to this process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Keep the work area clean and in order at all times.
• Ensure the safe and expeditious movement of merchandise in and out of the warehouse in cooperation
• with other warehouse personnel.
• Do not allow any items to be set aside for any individual.
• Do not allow any sales to be made in the warehouse or dock area.
• Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the warehouse or dock area.
• If asked to ride with a Production Assistant, maintain complete and accurate records, i.e., delivery
• manifests and proper use of iPad with strict adherence to communication procedure and 10 codes.
• You are a personal representative of The Salvation Army.
  • a) You are to ensure that the “ Manual for Production Assistants ” is strictly followed. Any problem with pickups should be reported immediately to the dispatcher.
  • b) Required to maintain a professional appearance in compliance with the company dress code.
• Responsible for loading and unloading the truck assigned and others as requested. Take proper care to secure and safely handle goods and materials during loading and unloading. Blankets, ropes, etc..
• are to be used to:
  • a) b) c) Avoid excessive movement of material during transit.
• Avoid breakage, scratching, or other damage.
• Make optimum use of available space.
• Provide assistance to Thrift Store personnel when delivering items to ensure proper placement and
• location within the store (i.e., hampers to processing area, furniture placed properly on sales floor,
• removal of trash, etc.).
• Serve all customers and donors in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Handle all donations with care.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the dock, warehouse, bathrooms, sidewalks, and parking areas daily.
• Safeguard all donated materials and assigned equipment.
• Bale ragouts and cardboard as assigned.
• Assist as required with sorting the room operation.
• Cross-train in all sorting room functions under the guidance of the Sorting Room Supervisor.
• Assist in cleaning and general maintenance of the sorting room area.
• Categorize and box seasonal clothing, bric, and shoes.
• Sort and clean all saleable merchandise daily as required.
• Operate forklift as needed, after receiving proper training and certification, observing all safety regulations.
• This position will support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult
• Rehabilitation Centers provide beneficiaries with an example of professional conduct and work
• habits.
• Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, Administrator, or other management.

Qualifications:

• Ability to speak and understand English for effective communication with supervisors, employees,
• beneficiaries, and customers.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting Under 1/3 of the time
• Lifting: Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Push/Pull Using Machinery Yes
• Standing Over 2/3 of the time
• Walking Over 2/3 of the time
• Reaching Over 2/3 of the time
• Climbing Over 2/3 of the time
• Stooping Over 2/3 of the time

Statement of Confidentiality:

The Materials Handler occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty

to The Salvation Army and the staff of the Adult Rehabilitation Centers in all job-related matters.

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its

message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel

of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Employment at Will:

Employees of The Salvation Army are considered employees at will. This means that the employment

arrangement between the employee and The Salvation Army may be terminated by the employee or by The Salvation Army.

Salvation Army at any time, with or without cause. No Salvation Army representative may change the at-will

employment relationship through oral or written promises.

The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers make a difference in people's lives. Through the collection and resale of gently used goods we are able to provide the financial support to assist men and women with a variety of social and spiritual afflictions. The in-residence rehabilitation program focuses on basic necessities with every man or woman being provided a clean and healthy living environment, good food, work therapy, leisure time activities, group and individual counseling, and spiritual direction. All our effort is focused on developing life skills and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. More than just a job, each member of the team contributes to recycling goods that literally recycle and repair broken lives.