Warehouse Associate (Seasonal)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $18.00 - $21.10 per hourPosition: Warehouse Associate Location: Gardiner, MTReports To: Warehouse and Logistics ManagerStatus: Full-Time hours/ Seasonal / Non-ExemptCompensation: $18.00 - $21.10 hourlyDates: March/April through October (flexible start date)Summary Description:Yellowstone Forever (YF) is the official nonprofit partner of Yellowstone National Park. Our mission is to protect, preserve, and enhance Yellowstone National Park through education and philanthropy. YF connects people to Yellowstone through outstanding visitor experiences and educational programs and translates those experiences into lifelong support of the park and philanthropic investment in its future. Our educational programming and products help people enhance their understanding and appreciation of the wildlife, natural wonders, and cultural history of the park. YFs operations include Park Stores in and around Yellowstone; the Yellowstone Forever Institute, which offers in-depth educational programing for people of all ages; and a supporter program which raises funds for priority park projects.The Retail team of YF is focused on delivering exceptional experiences in our stores both in the park and in surrounding areas and on our e-commerce site. The Warehouse Associate plays a critical role in Yellowstone Forevers operations and is responsible for performing an array of duties including receiving and accounting for inventory, binning and transferring inventory, picking and packing inventory for delivery to stores, occasionally driving the delivery vehicles/truck, safely handling heavy boxes by hand, moving pallets within the warehouse and on and off of trucks using mechanized equipment. The Warehouse Associate must enjoy the physical challenges of this job, be detail oriented and accurate, have good communication skills, and maintain a positive attitude during very busy periods of seasonal operations. Primary Responsibilities: Prepare all transfer orders utilizing the warehouse management system to include picking, packing the merchandise, and loading the truck in preparation for delivery to storesWrap, box, pack, label, palletize, load, and secure merchandise in delivery trucks using appropriate tools and following relevant procedures and standardsCarefully handle fragile merchandise, ensuring minimal loss to breakageReport any impaired or damaged merchandise items and place damaged merchandise in the appropriate binSafely operate mechanized inventory handling equipment including carts, pallet jacks, dock lifts, and walking-stacker forklift Assist with product delivery to park stores which may include driving and operating YFs delivery vehiclesSafely operate motor vehicles, driving up to 200 miles per day to make deliveries when necessaryWelcome incoming delivery truck drivers and assist with unloading shipments onto the dock in an organized and efficient mannerReceive shipments by product type and quantity against the purchase order, communicating any variances to the Warehouse and Logistics Manager then accurately shelving the product once the receipt has been processed in the warehouse management systemLabel merchandise with appropriate barcodes as needed Utilize the warehouse management system to complete online sales orders including picking the order, packaging it appropriately, and shipping it using prescribed mailing proceduresConduct regular inventory cycle counts and physical inventory counts using the warehouse management systemRestock and face warehouse product shelvesEffectively communicate warehouse-related information across the organization, to the National Park Service, and to all Park partners Represent YF and its mission accurately and positivelyFoster a collaborative, team-oriented environment with YF employees, volunteers, and partnersOther tasks as assigned by Warehouse and Logistics Manager, or other designated leadershipBasic QualificationsHands-on experience in a warehouse settingGreat physical stamina and manual dexterityGood organizational and time-management skillsGreat interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to count accurately and be consistent in recording inventory in the warehouse management systemAbility to lift boxes/equipment weighing up to 40 pounds (with support of lift equipment)Ability to stand for extended periodsDemonstrated ability to complete tasks in a timely, organized, and accurate mannerProven ability to work as a member of a team to accomplish goalsAbility to represent YF in a courteous and professional mannerThis position may involve driving vehicles, therefore applicants must hold and maintain a valid US drivers license, and maintain a favorable driving record for insurance purposesA satisfactory criminal background check is a condition of employmentPreferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Yellowstone National ParkExperience working in a non-profit environmentExperience working in a warehouse settingCompensation:This is a seasonal, non-exempt (hourly) position, which will be based in Gardiner, Montana. Compensation is based upon experience, pay range is $18.00 - $21.10 per hour, and typically is 40 hours/week. This position is not eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits. Benefits of this position include knowing that your efforts directly benefit Yellowstone National Park and having the opportunity to work in one of the worlds premiere areas.Additional information related to this position: Living in employee housing is not a requirement of this position. Employee housing is allocated by Human Resources.Housing availability:Shared employee housing is available to rent in Gardiner, MT on a limited basis. Our employee housing is limited as it is a 3-bedroom shared unit, with other employees and volunteers. Our policy does not allow for pets/animals or couples in shared housing.Yellowstone Forever is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, political beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Created: 2025-05-03