Warehouse Support Worker
Warehouse Support Worker
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Job Description
Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:
Receiving/inspecting goods and verifying items against the shipment record e Pick-up and delivery of goods Gathering verifying and packing items for shipment according to specifications and the applicable transportation method Recording received and shipped items
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Enter the accountabilities for this position and provide further details as required (examples below)
The incumbent may perform all some or similar range of duties. Warehouse:
Perform shipping and receiving of goods.
- Loading and off-loading of trucks using powered and manual MHE.
Inspect goods received for quality damage expiry (use-by) dates; document rotate and store stock appropriately to ensure maximum yield is achieved.
- Build skids of fresh frozen and/or dry goods for delivery.
- Sort and categorize food and non-food items.
- Accurately count and weigh product being delivered or shipped. o Assist with inventory reconciliation (cycle counting).
- Use Warehouse Management System/lnventory Management System to record and facilitate warehouse operations.
- Perform general cleaning and maintenance tasks of warehouse yard and equipment as required.
- Inspect powered and manual material handling equipment to ensure safe use.
- Replenish/put away materials utilizing reach truck to navigate narrow aisles.
General:
Promote the Mission Policies and Objectives of The Salvation Army and its services in Canada. o Prepare complete and submit documentation in a timely manner as required.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Adhere to the Salvation Army Policy & Procedures and Health & Safety Guidelines.
- Wear the appropriate safety and Personal Protective Equipment and maintain a clean uniform.
- Ensure all work is completed in a safe manner in accordance with TSA WSIB CVOR and all other regulatory requirements.
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Work closely with the Warehouse Supervisor
Governance Boards and Councils: None
Internal: Work cooperatively with Supply Chain Warehouse Manager/Workers Drivers and volunteers
External: Interact courteously and professionally with suppliers and donors
MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:
Reports directly to the Program Coordinator e Direct reports for this position: None
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Indoor/Outdoor and driving e 70% travel within city limits 30% indoor warehouse support
- Work is typically performed in a warehouse environment with exposure to handling garbage monotony of work (repetitive tasks) various odours.
- Work involves regular work in freezers and refrigerators with some outdoor work in wirter.
- Sustained heavy labour or working in cramped positions over considerable periods. May on occasion be required to lift move or transport weights up to 50 lbs. but regular weights would normally fall under 40 lbs.
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Qualifications and Certifications:
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures.
- Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.
- Completion of some High School
- Current Forklift Operators Certificate
Validate Class 5 Drivers License Experience and Knowledge:
- More than 6 months of related experience in a store or warehouse environment.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Proven attention to detail and the ability to follow legislation directions policies procedures and well-defined steps.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
- Reliable self-motivated and confident.
- Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently. Good communication skills both verbal and written.
- Able to adopt a flexible work schedule during peak and/or seasonal times.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
- Ability to understand and adhere to the Code of Ethics.
- Able to work in a consultative diplomatic and tactful manner.
- Organizational and time-management skills to plan and manage the workload.
- Acceptable criminal record check.
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements
1 Year of experience required at a minimum for this position and any other experience requirements.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.85 to $18.58 with a maximum of $22.29.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Employment Type
Full-Time
