Temporary Operations Associate
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New Moms
Chicago, IL, US
Summary
The associate will support floor operations by cleaning and preparing candle vessels and equipment. They are also responsible for pouring, finishing, and stocking products while assisting with order fulfillment and shipment preparation.
Job Description
About Bright Endeavors & New Moms
Bright Endeavors is a social enterprise of New Moms, a nonprofit organization rooted in the belief that every young family has the potential to thrive. Through paid job training and holistic support, we partner with young moms as they build strong foundations for their families. Every candle we pour lights the path forward for a brighter future.
Position Summary
The Temporary Operations Associate is a key member of the Bright Endeavors team, whose primary responsibilities are supporting floor operations and production during the holiday season. This is an in person role at our Bright Endeavors location in East Garfield Park.
Location: Bright Endeavors (627 N Albany Ave)
Schedule: 20 hours/week, Tuesday - Friday 9am-2pm
Hourly Wage: $17.50
Dates: October 1 - December 23
Key Responsibilities
- Clean, dry, and prepare candle vessels, pots, and other light equipment
- Pour, finish, and stock candles and other products
- Preparing items for shipment and completing other order fulfillment tasks
- Organizing the fulfillment bay and production floor
- Provide assistance to the Operations Coordinators
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience working in operations, production, manufacturing, or inventory fulfillment preferred
- Strong decision-making skills and excitement about working in a fast-paced, physically active environment required
Other Considerations
- This is a temporary position and is not eligible for benefits or holiday pay
- This position earns time towards paid sick leave, available on day 30
- 50% discount on Bright Endeavors products
Work Environment: This position requires the ability to stand or sit for up to eight hours, walk up and down stairs, and lift or move items up to 50–60 pounds (or perform these tasks with reasonable accommodation). The production environment may include varying noise levels and temperature conditions typical of a manufacturing setting.
New Moms’ mission is to strengthen families by partnering with young moms as they progress toward housing stability, economic mobility, and family well-being. We believe in the strength, skills, and potential of all families and communities to pursue and achieve their goals, and envision a future where every young family thrives.
For 40 years, New Moms has invested in the beauty and power of being a mother. For moms 24 years or younger, it starts by building confidence in what’s possible. Our comprehensive approach provides housing, paid job training, academic coaching, and family support for those impacted by systemic and structural barriers. Designed to cultivate each person’s inherent abilities, we combine behavioral research, proven methodology, and real-world experience to give young families a path to lasting success and generational change.
Founded
1983
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
New Moms’ mission is to strengthen families by partnering with young moms as they progress toward housing stability, economic mobility, and family well-being. We believe in the strength, skills, and potential of all families and communities to pursue and achieve their goals, and envision a future where every young family thrives.
For 40 years, New Moms has invested in the beauty and power of being a mother. For moms 24 years or younger, it starts by building confidence in what’s possible. Our comprehensive approach provides housing, paid job training, academic coaching, and family support for those impacted by systemic and structural barriers. Designed to cultivate each person’s inherent abilities, we combine behavioral research, proven methodology, and real-world experience to give young families a path to lasting success and generational change.
Founded
1983
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
