Warehouse Associate - LC

Job DetailsJob Location: Lake Creek ReStore - Austin, TX 78750Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $16.50 - $16.50Job Category: ReStoreJOB SUMMARY: The AHFH ReStore Warehouse Associate is responsible for receiving, sorting, processing and pricing donated merchandise in a fast-paced warehouse environment. This role ensures timely movement of goods to the sales floor, provides excellent donor service and supports store operations.   AGENCY EXPECTATIONS: Acts as a role model within and outside the Agency Adheres to Agency policy and procedures Maintains a positive and respectful attitude and upholds organizational core values Works in collaboration with supervisor and staff to implement organizational strategic goals Demonstrates self-motivation, flexibility and efficient time management   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide exceptional customer and donor service; greet donors and issue receipts Adheres to all organizational safety policies and procedures, including OSHA guidelines, and actively contributes to maintaining a safe warehouse environment. Safely unload donations and operate warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, dollies). Sort, process and price merchandise according to company standards; identify high-value and recyclable items. Maintain accurate donation records and oversee recycling bins Ensure merchandise is expedited to the sales floor promptly. Assist with loading/unloading trucks and perform housekeeping duties Comply with all security and organizational policies. Work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays Cross train and assist in other store functions as needed Perform other duties as assigned QualificationsMINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED; or 4 years of related experience Strong communication, problem-solving and time-management skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment PREFERRED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Previous experience working in a warehouse, donation center, construction, or retail environment Experience safely handling, moving, and staging furniture, appliances, or building materials Familiarity with basic warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, dollies, or hand trucks AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is required to spend the majority of the day on their feet; required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects tools or controls. They will reach with arms and hands, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are required.   WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to prevailing weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Austin Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other employment practices.