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Your Next Career Change Could Change Lives.

They say that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. And when it comes to working with our Green Chair team? We couldn’t agree more.

The only thing more fulfilling than the work we do is who we get to work with. Through our daily collaborations with impassioned local leaders, dedicated teammates and tireless volunteers alike, our organization sponsors life-changing opportunities for our neighbors who need them the most. Explore the open nonprofit positions we’re hiring for in Raleigh, NC today!

Explore Open Positions

“If you’ve been considering a change, we invite you to pull up a chair and be a part of something so much bigger than a 9 to 5. Explore our open positions below to claim your seat at our table, or connect with our team directly to discuss other upcoming opportunities to #DoGoodWithGreenChair.”

Rae Marie Czuhai, Chief Advancement Officer
Meet Our Team
senior leadership gathering at the green chair project

Benefits of Being On Our Team

401


The Green Chair Project offers a 401k benefit and will match up to 3%.

24


The starting number of PTO and holidays. The Green Chair Project also offers paid Parental/Caregiver and Medical Leave benefits.

95


The amount The Green Chair Project pays towards employee health insurance premiums plus 100% for Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Life Insurance for each employee.

20


The amount of caring team members you’ll be working with at The Green Chair Project.

Open Positions

No matter the job description, the mission remains the same: Furnishing Homes, Changing Lives. Every individual plays an integral role in the impactful work we do – and the influence of their dedication is felt in every aspect of our execution. Our team goes the extra mile for our Wake County families because we know it moves our entire community farther. If you’ve been looking for nonprofit jobs in NC that truly make a difference? Your next stop should be our front door!

Warehouse Team Member

Job Title/Position: Warehouse Team Member
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt (hourly)
Reports to: Warehouse Manager
Payrate: $15 – 20 per hour

 

Job Description

Summary/Objective:

Warehouse Team Members are positive energetic individuals who have a passion for teamwork and collaboration. Warehouse Team Members are responsible for performing an array of duties such as receiving and processing incoming furniture donations, and furnishings, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock from the warehouse.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

  • Completes shipments by processing and loading orders, using creativity and unique solutions.
  • Prepares orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials; packing boxes; placing orders in the delivery area.
  • Cleaning and inspecting donations for defects/damages and process accordingly.
  • Completes deliveries by driving truck or van to and from vendors and families.
  • Juggle competing demands between, virtual families, donation pickups, bed deliveries, showroom set up, donation cleaning/processing, helping retail team, etc.
  • Maintains truck or van by completing preventive maintenance requirements and arranging for repairs.
  • Enforces inventory controls by collecting stock location orders and printing requests.
  • Provides quality service by following organization standards.
  • Preserves a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat and organized.
  • Promotes a clean shipping supply area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Completes reports by entering required information.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing tasks as needed.

Skills and Capabilities:

  • HS diploma, GED or equivalent.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse setting.
  • Data entry skills required.
  • Ability to learn pallet stacker.
  • Must have a valid driver license, insurance, and pass DMV Check.
  • Experience with vehicle repair/maintenance is highly preferred.
  • Committed to the organization’s mission, vision and principles.
  • Punctuality, Hard work and Consistency in attendance are an absolute must and critical to our daily operations.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a small, non-profit work environment that is fast paced and ever changing.
  • Ability to prioritize, coordinate and plan tasks that must be completed in a timely manner.
  • Strong team player and willing to help others across the organization.
  • Self-motivated.

Physical demands:

  • 75-100 pounds frequently, very physically demanding.
  • Ventilation in the warehouse can be limited, summers can be very challenging and hot.
  • Being present and available to assist when called upon on-including bending, twisting, lifting with frequency.
  • Ability to maintain high level of physical activity on your feet (32,000 sf building)

Travel required:

  • Travel limited to local pickups and deliveries performed in the Green Chair Moving
    truck.

EEO statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or other reasons prohibited by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination and opportunity policy extends to employment, use of all company facilities, membership, board service and leadership, volunteerism, participation in any of the organizations programs or services and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.

NOTE: The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Interested In Giving Beyond Working Here?

If you’re unable to be a part of our in-house team, we’d love your support in many other ways. Any gift counts in helping a child sleep soundly or furnishing a family in need here in Wake county. Your time, treasures, and talents offered through volunteering are always welcomed. Find out how you can help today.