Receiving & Loading Associate

Red, White & Blue | Mile High Thrift | World Thrift | Valley Thrift | Community Thrift | Thrift • Des Plaines, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Red White & Blue Thrift is seeking a hardworking, dedicated Supply Chain Associate to join our team. This physically demanding role requires loading, unloading, organizing, and lifting a variety of items, including clothing, furniture, and miscellaneous donations. The Supply Chain Associate will work behind the scenes to support operations, assist with donation pick-ups, and fill trailers efficiently with donations to maximize storage. This role requires teamwork, stamina, and adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to work in a busy and fast-paced environment, maintaining a steady pace throughout shifts.
• Team-oriented attitude with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Reliable and able to take direction well from supervisors and team leaders.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and carry it for short distances
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Visual acuity to read road signs, maps, and operating instructions.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling bags and boxes.
• Strong back and abdominal muscles to maintain proper posture while lifting heavy objects.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow
• Good hearing to detect warning signals and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, reading street signs, as well as the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English, is necessary.
• Dependability: Regular and punctual attendance. Behave consistently and predictably; be reliable and dependable in fulfilling professional obligations.
• Integrity: Think and act ethically and honestly. Apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. Take responsibility for actions.
• Customer Focus: Strong customer focus. Demonstrate empathy, active listening, and responsiveness to ensure customer satisfaction, even if the customer's request cannot be met.
• Humility: Recognize one's own limitations, being open to learning from others, and treating everyone with respect and dignity.
• Adaptability: Embrace needed change and modify behavior when appropriate to achieve organizational objectives. Be effective in the face of uncertainty.
• Attention To Detail: Observe details, promptly catch and rectify small mistakes, delivering high-quality, accurate work.
• Inclusion: Create and participate in an inclusive environment. Value and respect diversity, and foster a sense of belonging for all individuals.
• Team Player: Be team oriented. Identify with the larger team and one's role within it. Prioritize the collective success of the team over personal achievements.
• Informal Communication: Clearly and articulately convey information to others in casual or informal situations. Understand that communication happens through verbal and nonverbal cues, and be able to interpret body language accurately and use it appropriately.
• Resilience: Able to recover from mistakes or adjust easily to change. Sustain efforts to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition.
• Professionalism: Conduct oneself in a manner that is consistent with organizational values, policies, and standards. This requires a commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and respect for diversity, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and organize donations such as clothing, furniture, and other household items.
• Fill trailers with donations, ensuring items are stacked and secured to maximize space and efficiency.
• Assist drivers on routes for donation pick-ups, helping to load and secure items.
• Maintain organized inventory by categorizing and placing items in designated areas.
• Support overall thrift store operations by promptly responding to demands and requests.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient and productive work processes.
• Take direction well and complete tasks accurately to support overall team goals.
• Work comfortably in various weather conditions as needed for loading and unloading tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED