Warehouse Worker

Warehouse Worker 

Location: Rockford, IL
Pay: $15.00 per hour 
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: 25 hours per week, including mornings, afternoons and holidays as scheduled 

Benefits: 

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, prorated by scheduled hours 

• Optional voluntary life insurance 

• 403(b) retirement savings plan 

• Access to additional voluntary benefit options 

• 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 

Donation Processing 

• 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 

• Forklift 

• 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! 

Qualification-

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 

• Good manual dexterity 

• 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 

Work Environment 

• Warehouse/store backroom setting 

• Low to moderate noise level 

• Temperature variations possible 

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.