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• Process returns from various vendors and customers according to established guidelines • Inspects received product and processes as needed for relabeling or adjustments • Inspects and verifies imported product for correct identification • Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of Management

For the Put-UP Department

RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPPORT OF DIRECT LABOR OPERATORS

 Assists Operators by moving product to or away from various machine assignments

• Transfers product from department to department
• Maintains supplies needed in the production process
• Issues product to operators based on production orders
• Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of Management
• Regular attendance is an expectation of performance to ensure adequate staffing and meet expected productivity throughout the organization, employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule

Required Skills Required Experience

•  Ability to read, write and perform basic math function

•  Ability to multi-task in operation of equipment

•  Must have attention to detail and work under minimum supervision

•  Previous experience using a hand truck and pallet jack

•  High School diploma or equivalent

•  Ability to lift by hand (up to 30 lbs.) or by mechanical assistance

•  PPE required, such as, eye, hand, and face protection

• Work within extreme heat environment, at times

• Ability to within all machinery and equipment, climb steps an ladders work within restricted spaces

• Ability to use hand truck and pallet jack

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY OR VETERAN STATUS.

WE FOLLOW ALL CDC GUIDELINES.

LEADERSHIP – AC CLDP crew members must have experience or a strong desire to mentor a diverse group of young individuals.  AC CLDP members provide leadership in SCC’s service programs as Assistant Crew Leaders and they will lead, mentor, manage, and participate in the day-to-day details of crew life at work.  Leadership duties with SCC require that all crew leaders must have a clean driving record (insurable) and a current driver’s license.  IF YOU HAVE ANY MAJOR DRIVING INFRACTIONS WITHIN THE PAST 5 YEARS (I.E. DUI, DWI, ACCIDENTS, RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT, ETC.), PLEASE CHECK WITH SCC TO CONFIRM WHETHER OR NOT YOU ARE INSURABLE.  FINAL ACCEPTANCE DECISIONS ARE CONTINGENT UPON YOUR DRIVING RECORD.  INDIVIDUALS THAT CANNOT BE INSURED UNDER SCC’S INSURANCE POLICY MAY NOT BE SELECTED FOR THE A*C CLDP PROGRAM.

CONSERVATION – Previous experience with a conservation corps is preferred but not required.  AC CLDP participants typically will spend their first 8-12 weeks with SCC learning and strengthening their conservation skills on projects throughout the southwest region. These skills will include, primarily, trail maintenance and construction and forestry work; additional skills that may be gained (depending on contract work) include fencing, invasive species identification and eradication, stream and river restoration, habitat restoration, ecological restoration, campground improvement, and rock work.  AC CLDP members will receive training and certification on the proper use and safety of a chainsaw (if applicable).

CORPSMEMBER DEVELOPMENT – Previous experience as an outdoor educator and/or mentor is preferred but not required.  Must have a strong desire to teach and implement a Corpsmember Development Program which includes personal, professional, and educational components.  AC CLDP participants spend their first 8-12 weeks familiarizing themselves with this program and practice facilitating different aspects of the program with the rest of the crew.  During this time, AC CLDP corpsmembers are mentored by their Crew Leaders and SCC staff.

IN ADDITION A*C CLDP PARTICIPANTS MUST UNDERSTAND THE NEED FOR:

COMMITMENT – AmeriCorps members must make a strong commitment to complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training and national service.  Members must commit to participating in all crew activities, including service days in local communities.

SAFETY - Assistant Crew Leaders are required to establish and maintain a culture of safety on their crew during all program activities.

PROFESSIONALISM – AC CLDP participants must be willing to follow all SCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent Southwest Conservation Corps and AmeriCorps.  AC CLDP participants are also required to be TOLERANT OF DIVERSITY; respecting the differences of others.

TEAMWORK – A*C CLDP members must be willing to demonstrate teamwork and respect for others and a commitment to group decisions.

TECHNOLOGY – The use of technology, including cell phones, iPods, MP3 players, and other battery powered devices is not allowed during all work, chore, group and meal times as well as during de-rigs and rig-up.  A*C CLDP members must agree to not use these types of technology while participating in these activities and must agree to help regulate this important SCC policy when in a leadership position.

SUBSTANCE FREE – A*C CLDP participants MUST be willing and able to refrain from tobacco products, alcohol, and/or drugs while participating in the SCC program.

FITNESS – Projects involve hiking, heavy lifting and repetitive motions.  SCC projects are physically demanding!  Projects can sometimes take place at elevations well above 8,500 feet.  A*C CLDP participants should be ready to confront these conditions while being able to help and encourage crew members.

 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & IMPLEMENTATION- ASSISTANT LEADERS WILL BE TRAINED AND EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE PROGRESSING ABILITY IN THE SKILLS LISTED BELOW

• Train and motivate a crew of 5 young adults to efficiently complete conservation projects on public lands 

• Delegation of project work & investment among co-leader and crew

• Manage the on-the-ground quality and quantity of project work

• Think critically to resolve issues and solve problems

• Communicate effectively & coordinate logistics with project partners, co-leader, & SCC staff

LEADERSHIP & MENTORSHIP  - ASSISTANT CREW LEADERS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE ALL THIS EXPERIENCE BUT WILL BE MENTORED IN OBTAINING THESE EXPERIENCES

• Manage, supervise, and lead the day-to-day details of project work.

• Implement skills training on work-site and facilitate intentional discussions via informal lessons to contribute to the crew’s personal growth and group dynamics

• Promote individual corps member development and a healthy community * Mentor Crew Leader in Development while delegating project responsibilities, overseeing crew life, and member development to them.

• Must be willing to follow and enforce all SCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent Southwest Conservation Corps. This includes creating a substance free work environment, refraining from the use of tobacco products, alcohol, and drugs while involved in the program.

SAFETY & RISK MANAGEMENT

• Monitor, manage, and promote the crew’s physical and emotional safety on and off the work site

• Exhibit strong situational awareness & promote a culture of safety

• Transport crew and equipment safely in SCC’s vehicles with trailers

 ADMINISTRATION

• Complete professional documentation of time sheets, daily and weekly reports, corps member and peer evaluations, disciplinary action forms, incident reports, etc.

• Responsible for all project related outcomes and deliverables.

• Manage food budget and credit card for purchases