Warehouse Sorter

Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The St. Vincent de Paul ("SVDP") Warehouse Sorter supports the mission of the organization and will efficiently receive, sort, rag, and transfer merchandise to the retail stores in order to optimize revenue raised for each donated item, with the goal of raising funds and providing no-cost goods tot hose in need in support of SVDP's mission. The Warehouse Sorter reports to the Assistant Director of Retail Operations and has no direct reports.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Possess sufficient reading comprehension abilities to understand and implement established operational procedures
Demonstrate math and computer technology skills
Respect for the teaching and traditions of the Catholic Church, mission and values of SVDP
Maintain ability to stand and ambulate for extended periods of up to eight (8) hours with appropriate rest periods
Perform manual dexterity tasks requiring use of hands and arms for reaching, grasping, and manipulating objects; and arms to reach
Utilize verbal communication, auditory, and visual capabilities for extended durations
Occasionally assume seated positions; navigate stairs or inclines; and perform postural movements including stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
Frequently lift and transport items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted
Occasionally lift and transport items weighing more than fifty plus (50+) pounds unassisted

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse, retail, or inventory experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Receive and unload donated merchandise according to established safety protocols
Evaluate all donations for quality, condition, cleanliness, and functionality according to SVDP standards and optimal disposition
Sort items by category, type, and quality tier (good, better, best) following organization guidelines
Identify items requiring special handling, cleaning, or repair
Properly process items that do not meet quality standards for retail sale
Organize sorted merchandise for efficient distribution to appropriate retail locations
Prepare and stage merchandise for transport according to established procedures
Maintain established productivity standards for processing volume
Identify high-value or unique items that may require specialized pricing or handling
Follow all safety procedures when handling donations that may contain hazardous materials
Maintain clean, organized work areas throughout the distribution center
Assist with inventory management and organization in distribution facilities
Operate equipment such as balers, pallet jacks, hand trucks, forklifts and sorting bins as needed
Support loading and unloading of delivery vehicles as required
Complete required documentation for processed donations accurately
Report any safety concerns or operational issues to supervisor promptly
Assist with general distribution center maintenance and cleaning duties
Perform additional duties as assigned by management