Material Inventory Specialist

Maintain an organized material inventory and data system. Research, catalog, and price material according to the Re-use Hawaiʻi Redistribution Center pricing guidelines, strategic pricing agenda, and the proper procedures within the inventory management system. This is a full-time position, ~40 hours per week.

Schedule: 8:45am - 5:15pm. Work location at the Re-use Hawaiʻi Redistribution Center

Compensation:

● Position pays $17 per hour to start

● Health/prescription drug insurance (HMAA)

● Elective dental and vision insurance available (HDS / HMAA)

● Paid vacation and sick time

● $200 material credit at Re-use Hawaiʻi & employee discount

● Retirement plan (Vanguard 403B)

● Workboot stipend

Required qualifications, work traits, and abilities:

● Maintain an organized material inventory data system (Lightspeed).

● Research, document, and retain information & knowledge about materials.

● Price and document receipt of all material entering warehouse, informed by training and reference documents.

● Ensure that the Re-use Hawaiʻi Redistribution staff is aware of inventory systems and procedures, including material donations.

● Maintain a clean and organized work area.

● Assist in all aspects of outstanding customer service within the department.

● When needed, assist customers with purchases, questions, and measurements of material.

● Facilitate and practice good communication within the Warehouse.

● Promote and maintain a vibrant and engaging work environment that is positive and safe for staff, volunteers, donors, customers, and visitors.

● Assist the management team in identifying and promoting systems and protocols to improve department functions.

● Maintain customer and donor satisfaction by answering questions and resolving complaints.

● Promote and contribute to a healthy and safe working environment by adhering to written and verbal procedures, rules, regulations, and policy handbook guidelines.

● Inform management when or if violations/incidents take place.

● Take care of tools and equipment.

● Attend all safety meetings and fulfill safety requirements of the position.

● Basic knowledge of building/construction materials and tools.

● Basic computer proficiency with spreadsheets and word processing (Google Workspace/G Suite experience a plus).

● Excellent attention to detail.

● Connection and support of the organization’s mission.

Physical requirements:

● Position requires lifting up to 60+ lbs throughout the work day.

● Ability to perform intense and repetitive physical work including bending, lifting & moving material, standing, walking.

General Requirements:

● Cell phone and email communication.

● 3 good professional references (no friends or family).

● Ability to learn to operate a pallet jack and Forklift.

● Non-profit experience is a plus.