Logistics Forklift Operator (Full-Time, Weekends) in Madison, Wisconsin at District Council of Madison Inc., Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Weekend Logistics Forklift Operator | Full-time/Non-Exempt | $21.30/hour | Tuesday – Saturday, 5/8 schedule (40 hours/week) | Occasional overtime required

If you feel fulfilled by giving back to our community, you can feel confident that St. Vincent de Paul is a great place to work! We are an organization dedicated to serving our community, and we are looking for a candidate who is passionate about our core values. Come work in a fun, rewarding, and compassionate environment!

Job Summary

The Weekend Logistics Forklift Operator is a key operations team member responsible for supporting daily warehouse and shipping functions. This position assists with sorting, handling, and redistributing donated items, maintaining warehouse inventory, loading and unloading trailers, and ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. The role is hands-on and contributes directly to productivity and smooth operations across St. Vincent de Paul facilities.

What You’ll Do

• Sort, organize, and process donated goods for retail, recycling, or disposal.
• Safely load and unload trucks and trailers.
• Maintain accurate warehouse inventory and track incoming and outgoing materials.
• Operate forklifts and warehouse equipment in accordance with SVdP safety standards.
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of hazardous materials.
• Support recycling and waste reduction efforts.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse areas; report hazards and maintenance concerns.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and adapt to changing priorities.
• Participate in required safety training and rotate between production areas as needed.
• Communicate effectively with customers, donors, vendors, and staff and address issues professionally.
• Follow safety procedures, participate in required training, and report hazards and maintenance concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Can Bring

• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities and meet production goals.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make timely, accurate decisions regarding donated goods, recyclables, and waste.
• Ability to meet and maintain production quotas in all assigned areas.
• Ability to make fast and accurate judgments regarding donation quality, including waste, recyclables, and usable donations.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and commitment to teamwork, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to participate in the SVdP Drug & Alcohol Testing Program for Safety-Sensitive Positions.
• Access to reliable transportation to the home location and other facility locations as needed for training.

What You’ll Love!

• Consistent Tuesday–Saturday schedule with a 5-day workweek
• Variety in your work across warehouse, logistics, and production areas
• Being part of a diverse community within our organization and Dane County

Location assignments are subject to change to meet operational needs and support staff training and development.

Daily assignments will rotate based on staffing and operational needs. An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Physical Demands & Qualifications

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job:

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions.
• Basic computer skills, including knowledge of POS systems, Windows, Microsoft Office, and Google applications.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of employees, customers, and clients.
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and handle products, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds with assistance from equipment or another person.
• Ability to perform close-vision tasks and adjust focus.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

The Thrift Store and Processing Center working environment may contain dust, debris, or allergens commonly associated with pre-owned clothing, furniture, and household goods. Certain areas of the facilities are only partially climate controlled.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The District Council of Madison, Inc., Society of St. Vincent de Paul does not and shall not discriminate in our employment, services, and volunteerism on the basis of age, race, color, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, military service, or use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer’s premises during nonworking hours, or any characteristic protected by applicable local, state, and federal law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, and vendors. Although the District Council of Madison, Inc., Society of St. Vincent de Paul does not generally consider religion in either hiring or the services it provides, because we are a Catholic charity requiring liaison with the Catholic Church and its members, certain positions involving such liaisons are reserved for members of the Catholic Church. The District Council of Madison, Inc., Society of St. Vincent de Paul reserves the right to consider whether the conduct reflected in a criminal conviction demonstrates an incompatibility with the responsibilities of the specific job for which an applicant is applying.

EQUITY

St. Vincent de Paul has a vision for a deeply inclusive environment for our membership, staff, and volunteers. To foster a culture of belonging while providing equitable service delivery above and beyond Equal Opportunity requirements, SVdP candidates must be committed to cultural competency growth and work within diverse teams. SVdP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-Time Job Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Free long-term disability and term life insurance
• Voluntary short-term disability and voluntary life insurance coverage available
• 403(b) retirement plan and an employer-sponsored SEP-IRA
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid sick time off leave policies