CCRx seeks a flexible, detail-oriented person who embraces our creative reuse vision and mission and who can lead our team and organization to the next level. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CCRx Operations Manager will be highly organized, collaborative, and enthusiastic about decreasing the amount of waste going to landfills.
OPERATIONS MANAGER – PART TIME, CREATIVE REUSE WAREHOUSE AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER
The Creative Chicago Reuse Exchange (CCRx) is changing how Chicago thinks about surplus. Our community of educators, artists, businesses, volunteers, and program partners foster creativity and environmental stewardship through creative reuse. We source supplies and equipment for teachers, nonprofits and community groups and teach creative reuse at workshops and events across the city. Our warehouse and distribution center is in Auburn Gresham, co-located with Envision Unlimited at 2124 W. 82nd Place. Envision Unlimited serves individuals with disabilities in a structured workshop environment.
A nonprofit organization, CCRx has a small core staff/team and many volunteers. We are problem-solvers, multi-taskers and self-starters who value collaboration, creativity, and initiative. We care about details, expect professionalism, and work hard to engage different groups and constituencies.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented person who embraces CCRx’s vision and mission and who can lead our team and organization to the next level. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CCRx Operations Manager will be highly organized, collaborative, and enthusiastic about decreasing the amount of waste going to landfills. The Operations Manager will serve as the first face at the Auburn Gresham facility, acting as CCRx’s liaison and most important/visible contact to neighborhood stakeholders, material donors, program partners, and other constituents. The Operations Manager will be primarily responsible for organizing and managing CCRx’s physical space and inventory, guiding and inspiring our warehouse Team Members, volunteers and partners. Responsibilities, in order of priority, include:
Warehouse Team + Volunteer Management
Work with the Executive Director to develop and fill key positions to assist with inventory and database management needs
Engage, schedule, train and manage team members and volunteers working at the Auburn Gresham site
Coordinate volunteer and group activities at the center
Serve as an informational resource to current and prospective volunteers
Solicit feedback on the volunteer experience
Physical Site and Inventory Management
Manage the day to day activities of the CCRx Creative Reuse and Distribution Center facility
Maintain a safe, clean, pleasant, and secure environment
Oversee inventory of donated items -- sorting and display of donated reuse materials
Assess, perform, and/or oversee repairs of donated items as needed
Maintain computerized inventory of donated reuse material
Research values of comparable items
Populate and maintain online sales platform(s)
Maintain and restock tools and supplies
Other
Schedule and coordinate off site pack-ups and pick-ups of donated reuse materials
Act as the primary site liaison to Envision Unlimited, our facility and program partner, and the community at large
Work collaboratively to create and sustain an atmosphere that promotes teamwork and collaboration, effective individual performance, and smooth working relationships
Actively participate in and support fundraising efforts
Qualifications
Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
Physical mobility, including lifting, lowering sliding donated materials up to 30 pounds as well as using a dolly or pallet jack.
Computer skills: word processing, spreadsheets, social media engagement and willingness to learn to learn inventory and website management software
Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
Experience with inventory management
Familiarity with teaching resources, photography, crafts, and tools.
Preference will be given to individuals who have
A commitment to environmentally responsible management practices
Experience in scheduling, managing, supporting and retaining volunteers
Proficiency in standard computerized word processing, spreadsheet and inventory management
Demonstrated engagement with social media and e-commerce
Familiarity with the Auburn Gresham and its surrounding communities
Salary and benefits
This is a part-time contractor position that pays $25 per hour. The Operations Manager is a visible presence during CCRx operating hours; thus, some weekend and evening availability is required. CCRx is an equal opportunity employer. CCRx is committed to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic team.
To Apply
To apply, please email a letter of interest and resume to Barbara Koenen, Executive Director at info+hiring@creativechirx.org The deadline for submission is 5:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time, Friday, January 24, 2024.
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