Warehouse Coordinator - Dallas & Tarrant Counties

Job Summary:

Coordinates pick-up, storage and distribution for the warehouse; ensures merchandise, donations, and supplies are received, sorted, and distributed in an efficient manner; takes precautions to secure warehouse contents against loss; monitors inventory on hand; reviews distribution documents; coordinates maintenance of vehicle fleet; helps coordinate the work performed by employees, beneficiaries, and/or community service workers in the warehouse and assists when necessary.

Essential Functions:
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Warehouse Coordination Responsibilities (60%)

Monitors the arrival and distribution of all donations ensuring that items reach the appropriate destination in a timely manner.

Ensures that the warehouse is clean, properly maintained, and secured at all times

Contacts individuals and arranges for pick-ups related to food drives, clothing drives, etc.

Maintains inventory of items in storage; notifies designated purchaser of items needing to be ordered.

Helps coordinate the packing of food bags for social services clients; monitors delivery of food bags to social services daily.

Arranges for needed and authorized storage for Salvation Army units/groups.

Ensures that all Center vehicles are maintained in proper working order, fueled, and ready for use.

Serves as liaison to kitchen and Program Managers; provides and delivers items needed from the warehouse; alerts kitchen of any food donations for immediate use.

Acts as liaison to external agencies, other Salvation Army locations, etc.; builds and maintains working relationships with them.

Warehouse Implementation Responsibilities (40%)

Participates in warehouse activities including sorting, packing, loading, unloading, cleaning, food pantry, and driving as needed.

Processes requests from the Corps administration for furnishings, equipment, and supplies that are available from warehouse inventory.

Handles mail pick-up and delivery.

Keeps the dock and storage area clean, organized, and in conformance with generally accepted standards for safety and fire codes.

Other Responsibilities:

Prepares and maintains services records on vehicles, forklifts, and other related equipment.

Assigns Center vehicles for use by program staff; maintains mileage logs and maintains control and accountability of gasoline credit cards which are designated for approved out-of-town trips.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Materials and Equipment:

Hand Truck Cleaning Products Salvation Army Vehicle

Personal Computer General Office Equipment Forklift

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of effective and efficient warehouse operations.

Ability to safely operate a forklift and heavy-duty truck.

Ability to ensure the warehouse area and equipment are maintained in a neat, orderly, and secure manner.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with donors and Center staff.

Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

Ability to sort items in accordance with established categories.

Ability to determine the condition of items in accordance with established standards.

Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. required,

and

Three years experience performing logistics in a warehouse environment, and driving a heavy-duty truck and forklift,

and

Ability to pass all TDCJ background checks.

Certifications:

Valid State Drivers License

Forklift Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)

Physical Requirements:

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write and communicates the English language effectively.

Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing and some climbing.

Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.

Duties require frequent periods of physical mobility including but not limited to standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, and lifting. Physical duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting.

Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with lifting, moving, and carrying heavy objects (more than 50 lbs.) frequently.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a warehouse environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.