Warehouse & Inventory Associate — Drive Community Impact

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer 4

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid long-term disability

Voluntary life insurance options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity is seeking a Retail Warehouse Associate to manage inventory and coordinate stock movement between ReStores. This role ensures well-stocked stores, efficient transfers, and safety compliance across operations.

You will unload deliveries, backstock items, and collaborate with store managers to meet daily needs, while driving safety, accuracy, and process improvements in a hands-on, independent role.

Qualifications

• Warehouse or replenishment experience required.
• Valid driver license required.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.
• Knowledge of tools and building supplies.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Committed to GDMHFH mission and safety.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with store managers daily to assess needs and facilitate safe, efficient, and accurate transfer of goods between stores
• Unload, check in, and backstock product deliveries with timeliness
• Operate as a strong self-starter who proactively identifies and addresses issues and drives solutions
• Ensure that all areas of the warehouse are safe, clean, and organized
• Make sure pathways are clear as well
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, company policies, and standard operating policies
• Oversee inventory accuracy, replenishment integrity, and proper product handling
• Ensure all inventory is fully protected from any and all outside elements
• Complete pallet runs, appliance recycling runs, and cardboard management
• Complete truck inspections, forklift inspections, and maintenance
• Train select individuals on flatbed truck and forklift operation
• Price bulk product loads
• Assist with inventory counts
• Guard against theft and unsafe practices (clutter, tripping hazards, falling objects, etc.)
• Supervise volunteers as assigned

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Proficient computer skills

Desire to work with diverse staff and

Able to lift up to 70 lbs

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity is seeking a Retail Warehouse Associate to manage inventory and coordinate stock movement between ReStores. This role ensures well-stocked stores, efficient transfers, and safety compliance across operations.

You will unload deliveries, backstock items, and collaborate with store managers to meet daily needs, while driving safety, accuracy, and process improvements in a hands-on, independent role.