Porter

RWB Thrift • Houston, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Porter at RWB Thrift, you support the production team by anticipating its needs and ensuring supplies are available and properly placed. You help maintain a safe, clean, and organized production floor by monitoring walkways and removing hazards. The role may involve loading and unloading donated merchandise from trucks or trailers, sorting and moving items to designated store areas, operating and maintaining a trash compactor, and receiving, organizing, and replenishing backroom supplies such as hangers, sensors, racks, carts, and bins. The position requires attention to detail, fast-paced work, flexibility to switch tasks or departments, and regular interaction with customers, donors, and coworkers.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and procedures for cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to safely perform essential job functions and meet qualitative and quantitative productivity requirements.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds and frequently exert up to 25 pounds of force.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions and tasks requiring manual dexterity, fine motor skills, balance, and agility.
• Visual acuity sufficient for clear vision at 20 inches or less and at 20 feet or more.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy, noisy, and brightly lit environment.
• Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English and ability to communicate in English may be necessary for some workplace interactions.

Responsibilities

• Transport items between departments and assist with moving supplies as needed.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and notify management when supplies need replenishment.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe and clean environment for customers and staff.
• Anticipate production staff needs and provide customer service that helps them accelerate their workflow.
• Load and unload items from delivery trucks or trailers, sort and organize items, document arrivals, and move merchandise safely to designated areas.
• Operate and maintain the trash compactor, dispose of discarded items properly, and compact waste materials.
• Receive, organize, and replenish backroom supplies, including hangers, sensors, racks, carts, and bins.
• Keep walkways clear and remove hazards from the production floor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed