Dock Foreman

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•St. Louis, MO

7d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Dock Foreman at our Adult Rehabilitation Center. We're seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Dock Foreman to oversee all dock operations. This role is crucial in ensuring efficient material handling, maintaining safety standards, and maximizing the resale value of donations. You'll be responsible for supervising dock workers, coordinating loading/unloading operations, and ensuring proper distribution of materials.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Two years of transportation, warehouse, and/or loading dock experience
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent understanding of safety protocols and procedures
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence
Capable of presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations
Basic math skills including computing rates, ratios, and percentages
Strong problem-solving abilities in standardized situations
Regularly required to use hands to finger or handle
Reach with hands and arms
Talk or hear
Stand, walk, climb, or balance
Stoop, kneel, or crouch
Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
Frequently lift/move up to 100 pounds
Occasionally lift/move more than 100 pounds
Specific vision abilities include distance vision and some close vision
Must wear back guard when doing substantial lifting or moving
Regular exposure to outside weather conditions
Warehouse environment
Moderate noise level

Responsibilities

Maintain order and safety on the dock for all loading and unloading operations
Supervise forklift operations and ensure compliance with all safety regulations
Oversee weight scale operations and ensure proper recording of weights
Supervise the unloading of all trucks and CCC units
Coordinate loading of mattresses, trailers, and bales
Schedule pickup arrangements before storage reaches capacity
Direct incoming materials to warehouse, dump, or As-Is sales locations
Collaborate with store supervisor on item selection for As-Is sales
Ensure optimal distribution of materials for maximum resale value
Manage material flow and storage efficiency
Supervise and coordinate dock workers
Maintain proper decorum of behavior and language according to Salvation Army policy
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures
Foster a safe and productive work environment