Warehouse Coordinator

The Salvation Army; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Warehouse Coordinator for the Adult Rehabilitation Centers in Providence, Rhode Island. This role involves overseeing all warehouse and dock operations while ensuring safety and order during loading and unloading processes. You will supervise staff and manage the flow of products in the warehouse, providing evaluations for the work therapy program participants.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and at least two years of relevant experience, including forklift certification.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Two years experience in transportation, warehouse, and/or loading dock.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable DMV record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse and dock operations.
• Manage flow of product in the warehouse.
• Conduct regular evaluations of employees.

Skills

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse and dock operations, maintaining order and safety in the warehouse and dock for all items being loaded or unloaded.
• Supervise operation of forklift as necessary, making sure operators observe all safety regulations. Supervise operation of scales and proper recording of weights.
• Supervise and/or handle all baling operations.
• Direct all incoming material to proper staging areas, being sure saleable items are not thrown away.
• Oversee all personnel and hold staff accountable for appropriate behavior and language on dock.
• Supervise the loading and unloading of all ARC trucks and loading of bale trucks.
• Oversee beneficiaries assigned to work therapy in the warehouse and dock area.
• Handle duties of Production/General Supervisor in their absence. May also fill in for Production Assistants, Expeditor or Dispatcher as needed.
• Operate forklift as needed.
• Manage flow of product in the warehouse.
• Ensure that all product is placed in correct locations in the warehouse.
• Conduct regular evaluations of employees, identifying performance strengths and areas of development. Recommend training as necessary. Prepare written warnings as needed.
• This position will support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing beneficiaries with an example of professional conduct and work habits.
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Administrator for Business.

When providing work therapy supervision, evaluations for each beneficiary need to be completed and turned into the Administrator(s) and ARC Counselors monthly for placement in the beneficiary's file.

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Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Good communication skills.
• Two (2) years transportation, warehouse, and/or loading dock experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable DMV record.
• Completion of Forklift Certification is required.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting Lifting Under 1/3 of the time.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Push/Pull Using Machinery Standing Yes Over 2/3 of the time.
• Walking Reaching Over 2/3 of the time Over 2/3 of the time.
• Climbing Stooping Under 1/3 of the time Under 1/3 of the time.

Statement of Confidentiality

The Warehouse Coordinator occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty to The Salvation Army and the staff of the Adult Rehabilitation Centers in all job-related matters.

Employment at Will Employees of The Salvation Army are considered employees at will. This means that the employment arrangement between the employee and The Salvation Army may be terminated by the employee or by The Salvation Army at any time with or without cause. No Salvation Army representative may change the at will employment relationship through oral or written promises.

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