Warehouse Worker

Kroc Center; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (health)

Prescription drug coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Hearing coverage

Employer-paid basic life and AD&D

Employer-paid basic long-term disabled

Voluntary life paid option

Short-term disability

Enhanced long-term disability

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement savings plan

Pension plan for eligible employees

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Des Moines is hiring for a full-time warehouse associate. You will load and sort donations, price merchandise, and maintain organized work areas while supporting program beneficiaries in work therapy development.

training is provided; expect a hands-on role with safety protocols and potential equipment operation training. Benefits include health coverage and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail is required for accurate pricing and donation processing.
• Basic math and reporting skills are needed for production tracking and receipts.
• Excellent communication abilities help in donor interactions and team coordination.
• Team-oriented mindset supports a collaborative warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move products to correct departments.
• Price merchandise according to guidelines.
• Track production numbers and complete reports.
• Maintain organized work areas and a clean environment.
• Operate warehouse equipment as trained.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures.
• Assist donors with donation drop-offs and receipts.
• Collect and track donor information.
• Process donations including clothing, household items, electronics, furniture, jewelry and collectibles.
• May receive training to operate bale, compactor, elevator and other warehouse equipment.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Basic math and reporting skills

Excellent communication abilities

Team-oriented mindset

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Location: Des Moines, IA
Pay: $14.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:40 hours per week. Monday - Friday days
Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. This dynamic role combines hands-on warehouse operations with the opportunity to mentor and support program beneficiaries in their work therapy development. You'll help maintain an organized warehouse while making a meaningful impact in people's lives.

What You'll Do

Warehouse Operations

• Load, unload, and move products to correct departments
• Price merchandise according to guidelines
• Track production numbers and complete reports
• Maintain organized work areas and clean environment
• Operate warehouse equipment as trained
• Follow safety protocols and procedures
• Assist donors with donation drop-offs
• Complete donation receipts accurately
• Collect and track donor information
• Process various types of donations including:
• Clothing and accessories
• Household items
• Electronics
• Furniture and antiques
• Jewelry and collectibles

Equipment Operation May be trained to operate:

• Baler
• Compactor
• Elevator
• Other warehouse equipment

Training Provided

• Paid training on processing standards and warehouse procedures
• Ongoing coaching and support from Warehouse leadership
• Opportunity to build retail and customer service skills

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

Additional Information

What You Need

Required

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma preferred
• Must read, write, and speak English proficiently
• Warehouse experience beneficial

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Basic math and reporting skills
• Excellent communication abilities
• Team-oriented mindset

Physical Requirements

• Regular lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
• Extended standing and walking
• Frequent bending and reaching
• Clear vision and depth perception
• Ability to operate equipment safely
• Warehouse/store backroom setting
• Low to moderate noise level

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.