Canada, Alberta, Edmonton

Applications due: 06 Aug, 2025

Job Synopsis

This salaried position is responsible for keeping up with inventory flow in a fast-paced, high capacity setting. The Receiver will oversee and work alongside staff and volunteers receiving and processing donations of goods at the receiving door. This position will work closely with the Manager and Production Coordinator to maintain a flow of goods. This position is required to work Saturdays.

Job Details

Salaried Employee -Full Time at 1 FTE

Qualifications

All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

• 2-3 years receiving/retail experience,
• Customer service skills
• Self-motivated and willing to take initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Requires >6 hours of intermittent standing or walking in a regular workday.
• Ability to repeatedly bend or stoop to floor level shelves and able to reach upper shelves with use of a stool or ladder when necessary.
• Intermediate computer skills (MS operations)
• Strong organizational skills.
• Valid AB Driver’s License

Preferred:

• Experience working with volunteers.
• Awareness of second-hand market, retail trends and merchandising.
• Warehouse organization and knowledge of/experience with inventory management.

Key Responsibilities

Processing (70%)

• Oversee all tasks associated with the efficient flow of donation from receiving areas to processing areas.

• Complete the initial sort (dividing donations into saleable and non-saleable) for all donations (ideally on the day of donations received).

• Ensure the prompt removal of unsellable donations, as garbage or through re-cycling or other options.

• Inspect, store and ship unsold product that is being sent to other locations or organizations to ensure it is properly packaged and meets the required criteria.

Receiving (25%)

• Become knowledge in health and safety regulations regarding donations and applying those regulations to all donations.
• Work with Management staff to oversee the development and promotion of gift-in-kind receipting. Record donor’s contact information when tax receipts are required.
• Assist donors and customers in loading and unloading of donations and product.
• Work with Managers in the responsibility of waste management and recycling
• Take proactive actions to maintain clean and safe workspaces that meet the criteria set out by the Occupational Health & Safety legislation.
• Share responsibility in coordinating efficient use of receiving area in consultation with the Production Coordinator.
• Remove donations, debris and snow from exterior receiving area; maintain receiving are clean.

Other (5%)

• Assist at the cash desk as required. Perform shop opening and closing duties of the shop as required.
• Perform other job duties assigned.
• Emptying garbage, breaking down boxes, filling dumpsters, cleaning warehouse, including washrooms and kitchen.

Start Date

01 Sep, 2025

Salary Details

Base salary: $53,000

Benefits

Employer paid health, dental & vision, AD&D, Life - available upon hire. Matching 5% RRSP program. Optional critical illness coverage.

Location Description

Edmonton is the capital city of Alberta. Located in central Alberta, Edmonton is often referred to as the ‘Festival City’, hosting numerous world class festivals featuring talents from around the world. Built along the North Saskatchewan River, Edmonton boasts numerous beautiful parks and recreational areas. Edmonton is a cultural and educational center.