Porter

RWB Thrift•Arvada, CO

14d

About The Position

As a Porter at RWB Thrift, you support production staff by anticipating their needs and ensuring supplies are available and in the correct locations. You help maintain a safe, clean, and organized production floor by monitoring walkways and removing hazards. Attention to detail and the ability to work quickly contribute to a positive experience for production employees and help streamline operations. Depending on the shift, duties may include loading and unloading donated items from delivery trucks or trailers, sorting and organizing merchandise, documenting arrivals, and moving goods to designated areas. The role may also involve operating and maintaining the trash compactor, disposing of discarded items, and organizing and replenishing backroom supplies such as hangers, sensors, racks, carts, and bins. The position involves regular interaction with customers, donors, and coworkers in a busy, noisy, brightly lit store and production environment. Employees may be asked to change tasks or departments according to operational needs and are expected to work in assigned areas. English communication may be necessary when interacting with people who primarily use English.

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, frequently exert up to 25 pounds of force, and constantly apply negligible force when handling objects.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to perform repetitive movements and tasks requiring manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Ability to maintain balance on narrow, slippery, or moving surfaces and while performing agile tasks.
Visual clarity at 20 inches or less and at 20 feet or more.
Ability to work effectively in a busy, noisy, and brightly lit environment.
Flexibility to switch tasks or departments and work in assigned areas according to operational needs.
Regular and punctual attendance, dependability, integrity, adaptability, resilience, professionalism, and respect for others.
A fundamental understanding of written and spoken English, and the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English, may be necessary for some interactions.

Responsibilities

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