Porter

RWB Thrift•Lake Worth Beach, FL

About The Position

As a Porter at RWB Thrift, you support production staff by anticipating their needs and ensuring supplies are available and properly placed. You help maintain a safe work environment by keeping the production floor clean, organized, and clear of hazards, and by supporting an efficient flow of work. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to execute tasks quickly in a busy environment. Depending on the shift, duties may include loading and unloading donated merchandise from delivery trucks or trailers; sorting, organizing, documenting, and moving items to designated store areas; operating and maintaining trash-compactor equipment and properly disposing of waste; and receiving, organizing, and replenishing backroom supplies such as hangers, sensors, racks, carts, and bins. The position involves regular interaction with customers, donors, and coworkers. Employees may be asked to change tasks or departments based on operational needs and are expected to work in assigned areas. English may be needed to understand instructions and communicate with customers, donors, colleagues, or supervisors, but employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English at work. Employment eligibility is verified through E-Verify.

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 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 hand and arm motions and fine-motor tasks.
Ability to maintain balance on narrow, slippery, or moving surfaces and perform agile tasks.
Visual acuity sufficient for clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.
Ability to perform essential job functions safely and meet qualitative and quantitative productivity requirements.
Ability to work effectively in a busy, noisy, and brightly lit environment.
Basic 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 replenishment is needed.
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 donated items from delivery trucks or trailers, sort and organize them, document arrivals, and move merchandise safely to designated areas.
Operate and maintain the trash compactor, dispose of discarded items properly, and compact waste.
Receive, organize, and replenish backroom supplies, including hangers, sensors, racks, carts, and bins.
Keep walkways clear and remove hazards from the production floor.