Job Title: Warehouse Assistant
Reports to: Warehouse Manager
Department: Logistics
Messenger International is a ministry with a divine calling to develop uncompromising followers of Christ who transform our world and therefore, this position will be filled by a candidate who 1) embodies the core beliefs of our organization with respect to God, The Bible, and God’s function in our everyday life and 2) champions our fundamental commitment as an organization to spread the gospel to the world.
Summary:
Responsible for advancing Messenger International’s vision by ensuring that resources are efficiently and accurately distributed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Pack resources for shipment according to SOPs
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Assist with all incoming and outgoing packages
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Prepare and examine all shipments for accuracy and follow up with any discrepancies
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Assist with inventory of shipping materials and supplies
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Operate a forklift and lift heavy boxes
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Keep the warehouse clean and organized
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Other related tasks as assigned
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma is preferred
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Shipping experience preferred
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Forklift certification is required (if none, must acquire within 90 days of hire)
Qualifications:
- Able to balance team success and individual responsibilities
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Exhibits objectiveness and welcomes feedback
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Maintains reliable transportation
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Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
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Demonstrates dependability and can follow instructions and directions with a humble spirit
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Strives to increase productivity by completing tasks efficiently
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:
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Must be able to lift and move up to 50-70 pounds without assistance
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Must be able to operate forklift with minimal accommodation
Work Location:
Colorado Springs, CO area. Must be able to present evidence of identity and legal right to work in the US.
Job Type/Schedule:
Full-time, 40-hour work week with the potential for occasional overtime. This is an hourly, non-exempt position and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Benefits:
- Health & Dental insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pregnancy/parental leave benefits after 3-year tenure
Employment At-Will:
All employees of Messenger International are at-will, and as such, are free to resign any time without reason. Messenger International, likewise, retains the right to terminate an employee’s employment at any time with or without reason or notice.