Warehouse Associate / Backroom Processor - Lake Forest

Main Salvation Army; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for career growth

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Wellness Program Incentives

Retirement Plan

Optional benefits, including Pre-paid

Job summary

The Salvation Army Lake Forest store is hiring a Warehouse Associate / Backroom Processor to support the store's operations. This full-time role involves sorting merchandise, inspecting items, and moving stock from the distribution center while following TSA policies.

The position offers benefits like PTO, medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement plans, and employee store discounts. The role requires a High School diploma and the ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write and to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated competency in skill area as indicated by verifiable training and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Sort product efficiently and properly according to the standard of TSA policy.
• Provide Quality Assurance by inspecting products for defects and damages.
• Identify product correctly and direct to proper department for processing.
• Collecting merchandise from the distribution center and safely transporting materials.
• Follow safety measures established and maintained by TSA policy and government regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality as needed and required for the operation of the total program.
• Overtime: Any and all overtime must have the written approval of the supervisor. The supervisor’s initials must appear on the timecard besides the overtime hours.
• Other written or verbal duties as may be assigned, from time to time by the Store Manager or their designated representative

Skills

Reading and writing

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Warehouse Associate / Backroom Processor - Lake Forest

Job Category: Thrift Stores - all positions

Requisition Number: WAREH026112

• Posted : October 19, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $17.50 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Lake Forest
Lake Forest, CA, USA

Description

ABOUT THE ARC

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs. The organization is indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees.

ABOUT OUR RETAIL TEAM

Become part of the dedicated Retail Team at The Salvation Army! Together we can continue to serve and impact our local community, through the commitment to “Do The Most Good” at our Lake Forest Store, which supports the Adult Rehabilitation Program. This is an opportunity to promote a positive shopping/donor experience, enhance customer service, problem-solving and teamwork skills, while contributing to the success of our Program and its participants.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OFFERED

• Opportunity for career growth
• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Wellness Program Incentives
• Retirement Plan
• Optional benefits, including Pre-paid Legal Service, AFLAC, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Store Discounts
• Great Work Perks Discounts (Amusement Parks, Museums, Services, and more!)

As our enthusiastic and hardworking Warehouse Associate / Backroom Processor, you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Sort product efficiently and properly according to the standard of TSA policy.
• Provide Quality Assurance by inspecting products for defects and damages.
• Identify product correctly and direct to proper department for processing.
• Collecting merchandise from the distribution center and safely transporting materials.
• Follow safety measures established and maintained by TSA policy and government regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality as needed and required for the operation of the total program.
• Overtime: Any and all overtime must have the written approval of the supervisor. The supervisor’s initials must appear on the timecard besides the overtime hours.
• Other written or verbal duties as may be assigned, from time to time by the Store Manager or their designated representative

Qualifications to be considered for this position:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Demonstrated competency in skill area as indicated by verifiable training and/or experience.
• Ability to read and write and to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.

Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Our stores operate 7 days per week, work schedules are determined by Management and employees must be flexible to always ensure adequate store coverage.
• Full-time employees may be scheduled to work any full-time shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or Equivalent or better.

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