Production Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a part-time Production Assistant in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves sorting and pricing donations for distribution, assisting in store displays, and driving the truck after safety training.

Responsibilities include training beneficiaries in warehouse work, maintaining a respectful workplace, meeting production quotas, and ensuring safe, clean facilities. Must be 21+, lift up to 50 pounds, and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Good people skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to meet quotas set by supervisor.
• Valid New Mexico driver’s license with clean MVR.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare donations (sorting/pricing) for store floor, repair area or disposal.
• Accept donations from the general public and distribute to the appropriate area; write receipts as needed.
• Assist in the store with displaying items.
• Drive the truck as assigned after safety training.
• Train and monitor beneficiaries in their work therapy in the warehouse.
• Maintain an attitude of dignity and respect in interpersonal relationships.
• Represent The Salvation Army to customers/donors and answer questions.
• Meet or exceed production quotas as directed by supervisor.
• Keep work area clean and safe.
• Report all accidents involving equipment, injuries or property damage.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on premises.
• Assist in unloading trucks and distribute to appropriate area.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor related to Production Assistant.

Skills

People skills

Follow directions

Meeting quotas

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Status

Part-time/Non-exempt

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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Good people skills
• Must have ability to follow directions, both written and verbal
• Ability to meet quotas set by supervisor
• Valid New Mexico driver's license with clean MVR
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check

Responsibilities

• Prepare donations (sorting/pricing) to be sent to the store floor, repair area or disposal
• Accept donations from the general public and distribute to the appropriate area, writing receipts as needed
• Assist in the store with displaying items
• Drive the truck as assigned, once the safety training has been completed
• Train and monitor beneficiaries in their work therapy assignment in the warehouse
• Ensure an attitude of dignity and respect as relates to the interpersonal relationships of all employees and/or beneficiaries
• Act as personal representative of The Salvation Army and treat all customer/donors courteously, answering questions as they arise
• Meet or exceed production quotas as determined by supervisor
• Keep immediate work area clean and safe
• Ensure all accidents involving equipment, personal injury or property damage are reported to supervisor
• Perform routine maintenance and cleanup on the premises
• Assist in unloading of trucks, and distribute to the appropriate area
• Other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor as they relate to the position of Production Assistant

Physical Requirements

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 in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate telephone, a desktop or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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