Operations & Warehouse Lead (Education Supply Chain, Part Time)

NORY • United States, NY

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is not a typical warehouse role. You will be at the center of how NORY operates, ensuring that every classroom, project, and camp runs seamlessly. From building materials to leading a team, your work directly shapes the experience of thousands of children.

Requirements

• Comfortable with physical work (lifting 20+ lbs, moving materials, being on your feet)
• Able to navigate NYC for occasional deliveries
• Willingness to jump in wherever needed
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
• Naturally proactive - you spot problems before they happen
• A strong problem solver who enjoys building systems and improving processes
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Clear communicator with a strong ownership mindset
• Passionate about education, impact, or working behind the scenes to make things run flawlessly

Nice To Haves

• Experience with tools, fabrication, or workshop environments
• Background in operations, logistics, or inventory management
• Creative or artistic skills

Responsibilities

• Own material operations end-to-end: prepare, organize, and distribute materials for camps and programs
• Lead and develop the maker team to improve efficiency, quality, and cost control
• Build and create: hands-on fabrication (woodworking, crafting, assembling project materials)
• Plan ahead: anticipate needs, manage inventory, and implement systems that scale
• Keep HQ running smoothly: maintain a clean, organized, and highly functional workspace
• Support logistics: assist with packing, transport, and deliveries across NYC

Benefits

• Mission-driven, fast-growing organization
• Ownership of a high-impact operational role
• Build systems and processes that scale across multiple locations
• Team that values initiative, reliability, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed