shift Porter

Porter Position at RWB Thrift
As a Porter at RWB Thrift, you are the air-traffic controller of the backroom, anticipating the needs of the production support staff ahead of time, ensuring supplies are available and in the correct place. You play a vital role in maintaining a safe work environment by prioritizing cleanliness, organization, and flow of the production floor. You are aware of the walkways and removing hazards for the production floor team.
Your attention to detail and fast-paced work execution contribute to a positive working experience for our production employees and help streamline overall production. Below are brief descriptions of various jobs of a Porter on any given shift:
Trailer Loader/Unloader: The primary task of a trailer loader/unloader is to safely and efficiently load and unload items from delivery trucks or trailers. This can include furniture, boxes of clothing and household goods, electronics, and other donated items. They sort and organize items, document arrivals, and safely move merchandise to designated areas within the store. Responsible for operating and maintaining the trash compactor equipment, ensuring the proper disposal of discarded items, and compacting waste materials to optimize space.
Responsible for receiving, organizing, and replenishing supplies such as hangers, sensors, racks, carts, and bins, ensuring timely availability of supplies on the production floor.
Maintain inventory of supplies and notify management when supplies need replenishment
Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe and clean environment for customers and staff
Provide excellent customer service by anticipating the needs of the production staff so they can accelerate their workflow
Capable of safely and effectively performing essential job functions in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting both qualitative and quantitative productivity requirements.
Capable of maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces, as well as maintaining balance when performing agile tasks.
Visual Acuity: Noise Level: The work environment is noisy due to the bustling activity on the sales floor and the production area. Due to the nature of our operations, the ability to work effectively in a noisy environment is a requirement for this role.
Due to the nature of our operations, the ability to work effectively in a bright environment is a requirement for this role.
Interactions with Others: The role involves regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers, fostering a collaborative and customer-focused environment. Language Requirements
~ Employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English within the workplace. However, the nature of the position may entail interactions with customers, donors, colleagues, and supervisors who primarily use English. In such instances, a fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, as well as the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English, may be necessary.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive of all individuals. We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that they have equal access to employment opportunities.