Processing Associate-FT

This position is an in-person position located at 104 Southeastern Parkway, Franklin, TN 37064. This position is not eligible for work from home unless otherwise noted or for emergency closures. The standard hours for this position will fall between Monday-Saturday 8am-6pm. Closing shifts may be later as needed.

The Processing Associate supports the GraceWorks Ministries’ goals, values and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment and accountability. Communication skills, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership are essential for each member of the GraceWorks team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Processing Associate is responsible for receiving and sorting in-kind donations through our donation entryway at Graceworks. Greeting in-kind donors and delivery personnel, making sure all visitors to our processing entryway are sufficiently directed. Maintains high standard for items selected and ultimately sold in our Thrift Stores. Maintains organization of the donation space to ensure neatness and functionality of the area. Assists with replenishment of retail floor with appropriately sorted merchandise.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Lift, sort and price inventory.

2. Receives donations, placing them into appropriate bins for tagging.

3. Maintain brand awareness and fashion sensibilities in selection of merchandise to be placed into appropriate bins.

4. Help with seasonal and departmental inventory for integration into the ongoing processing chain.

5. Assist with training intake volunteers.

6. Greets donors and delivery personnel.

7. Offer receipts to all donors as they drop off donations.

8. Be able to tell the GraceWorks story to anyone who asks.

9. Assist in keeping warehouse processing area maintained and organized.

10. Able to react to change proactively and handle all other duties and essential tasks as assigned with a positive attitude.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A