POSITION PURPOSE The Production Associate is responsible forefficientlysorting andprocessingquality merchandisein atimely mannerandmaking pricetagsor stickersforitems that require a ticket.The incumbent followsallunit priceandSolutionsguidelines.The Production Associateis alsoresponsible forwelcomingand assistingdonors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES- Follow safety policies and procedures ensuring maximum safety, security, and protection of all customers and company assets.
- Responsibleforfulfillingallproductionfunctionsand assisting with donation functions.
- Maintain continuous flow of Softline materials to achieve daily productionquotasper shift.Workatassignedproduction station tosortSoftlineitemsanddistinguish between quality merchandise andsalvage. Hang quality items on a rack efficientlyandpricemerchandise according to company guidelines.
- Maintain continuous flow of Hardline materials to achieve daily productionquotasper shift.Workatassignedproduction station tosort andprocessHardlineitemsanddistinguish between quality merchandise andsalvage.Price merchandise according to company guidelines.
- Assist with quality pullsas neededand stock merchandise by classification on the sales floor.
- Safely assist in loading and unloading of trucks and vehicles without damage to merchandise; determine price, sanitize, and tag furniture and large donateditems;place all merchandise safely on the sales floor in a timely manner.
- Perform housekeeping functionsthat ensure that workstation, production area, and sales floor are kept neat, clean, and organized.
- Ensure maximum customer satisfaction. Work cooperatively with all consumers, community groups,andco-workers to promote the achievement of the company mission.
- Perform all other duties as assigned includingrecoveryfunctions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Highschooldiploma or GEDequivalentand related experienceand/or trainingis preferred.
SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with basic computer skills and ability to learn new software skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of the team.
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to40 pounds of merchandise.
- Ability to work varied schedules, including evenings and weekends as the business dictates.
WORKING CONDITIONS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to mechanicalpartsand external temperatures.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.To ensure safe working conditions, personal protection equipment (PPE) required for this positionincludeshand protection; eye protection when handling material; any other PPE that can reduce the possibility of injury.
