Backroom Associate
Chicago South Suburbs & DuPage Habitat for HumanityJob Summary Join our dynamic team as a Backroom Associate, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our warehouse and retail environment. In this energetic position, you will be responsible for managing inventory, handling materials, and supporting store functions through efficient stock organization and product replenishment. Your proactive approach will help maintain a well-organized backroom, enabling the store to deliver an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in warehouse operations, inventory control, and retail support. Responsibilities Receive, unload, and process shipments using material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks while adhering to safe lifting practices. Organize and stock merchandise efficiently in the backroom, ensuring products are easily accessible for sales floor replenishment. Conduct inventory counts and manage stock levels accurately using RF scanners and inventory management systems. Support shipping and receiving activities by loading and unloading products, verifying shipments against purchase orders, and documenting discrepancies. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace by performing regular cleaning duties and equipment maintenance. Assist with product packaging, labeling, and preparing items for display or shipment. Communicate effectively with team members across departments to coordinate stocking schedules and ensure retail store product knowledge is up-to-date. Skills Experience operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and RF scanners. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage inventory control processes accurately. Excellent communication skills; bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus for diverse team interactions. Knowledge of retail store operations, merchandising, and product handling procedures. Ability to perform manual handling tasks including heavy lifting while following safe lifting practices. Basic math skills for inventory counting and data entry tasks. Customer service orientation with a positive attitude toward supporting store operations and team collaboration. Familiarity with shipping & receiving procedures, load & unload activities, and warehouse safety protocols. Join us as a Backroom Associate to be part of a fast-paced environment where your efforts directly contribute to store success! We value energetic individuals eager to grow their skills in retail support, warehouse management, and customer service—all while working in a supportive team atmosphere. This is a paid position designed to empower you with hands-on experience that can propel your career forward! Pay: $16.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 37.5 per week Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Work Location: In person