Habitat for Humanity International

The Material Handler plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our organization’s warehouse and e-commerce processes. This position involves maintaining an organized and safe warehouse environment, preparing items for sale, managing inventory, and facilitating e-commerce sales. Attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to contribute to a seamless customer experience are key aspects of this role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintaining an organized and efficient warehouse space prioritizing safety.
• Attaching pictures of all inventory items that are to be sold online. Pictures need to be of high quality and with consistent aesthetics (backdrop) for continuity on the ReStore e-commerce platform.
• Prepping items to be “retail ready” prior to leaving the warehouse, whether by online sale or allocation. This includes but is not limited to all items being clean, functional, and prepped for maximum sales value. Items are to be priced and barcoded per the direction of the Warehouse Manager.
• E-Commerce sales – Confirm all e-commerce sales sourced from warehouse. Prepare items for customer pick-up and communicate with customer if necessary.
• Residential Donation – Greet all customers at warehouse donation drop-off. Prep all donated items for sale (retail ready), and process through Thrift Cart inventory management system.
• Forklift Certified preferred.
• Ability to drive a 16ft box truck preferred.
• All other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and/or Experience:

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent: A high school diploma or GED is typically the minimum educational requirement for a Warehouse Associate position.

Experience:

• Prior Warehouse Experience: Previous experience working in a warehouse or similar setting is often preferred. This experience can provide candidates with knowledge of warehouse operations, safety protocols, and inventory management.

Forklift Certification: While not always mandatory, having a forklift certification or the ability to obtain one is a valuable asset for this role, especially if the job involves operating a forklift.

E-Commerce Experience: Experience with e-commerce platforms and online sales processes, including product imaging and listing, can be advantageous if the role includes e-commerce responsibilities.

Driving Experience: If the job requires the ability to drive a 16ft box truck, candidates with a valid driver’s license and relevant driving experience are preferred.

Customer Service Skills: Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact with customers in a friendly and helpful manner are essential, especially when dealing with residential donations and e-commerce customer inquiries.

Physical Fitness: This role involves lifting, moving, and handling heavy items, so physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labor may be necessary. Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Part-Time $16 an hour

• To apply, email all resumes to [email protected]

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Location:

Wheaton, IL

State/Region:

Illinois

Position Category:

Affiliate-Opportunity

Type:

Affiliate

Function:

US Affiliate

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About Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.

At Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact. We strive to build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust, attracting and retaining mission-driven talent reflective of the global communities we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect.

We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children) and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.