What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate position at Habitat for Humanity of Kent County?
Join the Crew
Imagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Working at Habitat for Humanity of Kent County is a rewarding experience in which our employees work together as vital parts of a much larger mission – bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. We are growth-minded, innovative, mission-focused, collaborative, values-driven and focused on results. We are committed to bridge-building and inclusion, and dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
Habitat Kent is focused on recruiting a diverse and equitable workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Warehouse Associate
We are currently hiring a full-time Warehouse Associate to join our team in Grand Rapids, MI. This position involves receiving and processing donations, performing pick-ups as needed, and ensuring the warehouse is kept clean, organized, and orderly.
Position Responsibilities:
- Safely directs product movement in the warehouse to maintain a neat and orderly operation.
- Ensures even distribution of product between ReStore locations.
- Cleans and tests products to ensure a timely and smooth product flow to the retail floor.
- Completes daily equipment inspections.
- Completes data entry of acquisitions/inventory received and sent.
- Stocks, picks up, and delivers supplies to support Habitat Kent projects.
- Ensures that received donations meet the standards set by Habitat Kent and that donation receipts are accurately completed.
- Oversees volunteers to ensure warehouse tasks are completed on time and safely, while ensuring they have a positive and enjoyable experience.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
- Prior experience in warehouse operations.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to direct volunteers.
- Basic math proficiency.
- Familiarity with office equipment, including Microsoft Office and internet use.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to operate a forklift and vehicles.
- A valid driver’s license is preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Consistent attendance is required.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While carrying out the responsibilities of this role, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use their hands for tasks such as handling and feeling objects, and reach with their hands and arms. The role often involves climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as talking and hearing. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly. Additionally, the position requires specific vision abilities, including close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Pay Range and Benefits:
- Pay range: $16-$20/hour
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Low-cost medical plans with great coverage options
- Dental and vision insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- And more!
No phone calls or walk-ins please.
We offer all applicants for employment equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, or any other protected category.
Salary : $16 - $20