Processing Associate IV - Part Time

The Salvation Army Southern California; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Reno, NV, is seeking individuals to assist in processing donated goods. The role includes sorting, pricing, and keeping track of items for shipment while maintaining a clean work area. Candidates must be able to lift fifty pounds and follow direct orders effectively. This position is ideal for those interested in contributing to community programs under the guidance of the Warehouse Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Must be able to lift fifty pounds non-continuously.

Responsibilities

• Receive donated goods and process them in an effective manner.
• Sort, clean, and price donated goods for shipment.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.

Skills

Ability to run simple mechanized equipment

Ability to follow direct orders

Ability to work under time constraint

Ability to work effectively among co-workers and beneficiaries

Job description

The Salvation Army Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The purpose of this position is to assist in facilitating the overall mission of The Salvation Army through the programs offered at the Reno Corps under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor. This position description is a broad outline of responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive donated goods and process them in the most time and space-effective manner.
• Sort, clean and price donated goods for shipment to stores.
• Discriminate between quality merchandise and inexpensive items, sending to collectibles if warranted.
• Handle merchandise with care, discarding inappropriate items with suggestive messages, cult slogans, drug abuse, etc.
• Read and fill orders from Revenue Centers.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Follow supervisor’s orders without direct supervision.
• Keep records of processed goods and submit to supervisor.
• Work effectively with beneficiaries on work therapy assignment. The Salvation Army Fraternizing Policy is strictly enforced.
• Follow all polices, including The Salvation Army policy of “In Today, Out Tomorrow”.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to run simple mechanized equipment, including pricing machine.
• Must be able to follow direct orders.
• Must be able to work under time constraint.
• Must be able to work effectively among co-workers and beneficiaries.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds non-continuously.
• Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.