Warehouse Associate

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:
The role will be responsible for standard warehouse duties of receiving, sorting, putting away, picking and shipping of various donations, primarily goods and food products for a great cause. Regular power equipment (forklift, power cart) use is required as well as a significant amount of manual work and use of computer systems to help supply donated goods to member agencies who help the needy in our communities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The incumbent is responsible for the following range of job duties characteristic, or typical of the job class:

• Perform routine maintenance (snow shovelling, sweeping)
• Receive all donations in a designated area
• Handle, sort, dispose of recycle and waste material.
• Sort all donated items making sure the good quality items are kept for redistribution
• Be willing to work in the sorting area when and if necessary
• Treat each customer fairly, in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Keep high standards of cleanliness and efficiency in the sorting and receiving are

Health and Safety

• Contribute to the safety of staff and customers (e.g., snow removal, clear fire exits, clean spillage; no obstacles inside/outside the store).
• Maintain an attractive organized and safe appearance of the worksite.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Education, Qualification & Certifications:

• Completion of some high school course work.
• Valid driver's license
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience and Knowledge:

• At least 6 months of related experience in a store or warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of lifting guidelines.

Skills and Capabilities:

• To have the ability to sustain a daily routine of heavy lifting, reaching and bending.
• • Proven attention to detail and the ability to follow legislation, directions, policies, procedures and well-defined steps.
• Lift, move, or transport weights up to 50 lbs, but regular weights would normally fall under 40 lbs.
• Adapt to changes and interruptions in your normal work routine
• Maintain confidentiality with regards to information relating to employment.
• A willingness to work with individuals or groups of differing backgrounds and cultures other than your own.
• A willingness to adhere to a dress code of neatness and cleanliness.
• Valid Criminal Record Check

Starting wage of $18.00 per hour

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $15.35 to $18.86 with a maximum of $22.64.

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 Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.