Warehouse Worker (Canada Summer Jobs)

About the role

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY: This position is an opportunity provided through Canada Summer Jobs. Its purpose is to support the warehouse work of the Edmonton CRC through organizing donations and maintaining cleanliness. ACCOUNTABILITIES: - Assists the driver(s) in the loading and unloading of materials in the shipping/receiving areas of the CRC. - Processes materials by scanning into inventory software system, packing, and storing in a safe and organized manner, while protecting the integrity of all donations received. - Ensures all food items are stored correctly to avoid any potential contamination of such materials. - Ensures perishable food items are stored in the cooler or freezer, as appropriate. - Operates warehouse equipment such as pallet jack, maintenance tools, etc. in a safe manner. - Complies with all safety procedures as required and directed including, but not limited to, wearing of safety shoes/boots, glasses, gloves, clothing (if/as required), etc. - Cleans, organizes, and keeps free from hazard all areas of the CRC as required and directed. - Communicates all concerns for safety of persons/property promptly. - Performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned by the Operations Manager, or other team members as instructed. Performs other position related duties as assigned. CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: - Internal relationships: o Supervisor, staff, volunteers o Local Salvation Army Ministry Unit contacts - External relationships: o Vendors, Donors, Community partners MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES: - This position reports directly to the CRC Operations Manager, or in their absence, the CRC Resource Manager. FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT: - Accountable for minor materials management, maintenance, safekeeping, effective usage, and distribution of office supplies and equipment. WORKING CONDITIONS: - Work location for this position is usually in a warehouse facility setting. - Occasional travel may be required between work locations and/or for training purposes. - Work is subject to frequent interruptions and multitasking, temperature variations and equipment and general office noise (ie. People talking, phones ringing) - The work may require frequent amounts of sitting, standing, walking, bending, repetitive lifting/sorting, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, or up to 50 pounds with assistance. - This is a full-time position based on 35 hours per week, normal hours of work - 8:30 A.M - 4:00 P.M, Monday - Friday; ½ hour unpaid meal break. The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army's Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Qualifications and Certifications: The government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program. To apply for this job, you must: - Be aged between 15 and 30 years on the start date of the job. - Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and - Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canda. International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible. You can only work one full-time job funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program at a time. Skills and Capabilities: - Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities. - Effective communication skills. - Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability. - Self-directed with strong organizational skills and the ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines. - Demonstrate flexibility and strong work ethic with a willingness to learn. - Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement. - Demonstrate ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment. - The ability to lift up to 30 pounds, or up to 50 pounds with assistance. - Willing to wear Salvation Army logo and branded wear. - Must comply with all Sal