Store Processor
About this role
Processor I - The Salvation Army Thrift Stores
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is an international movement and part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding our Adult Rehabilitation Centers and providing affordable shopping options to our neighbors.
Pay Rate: $13.73 per hr.
Status: Part Time, 25 hrs/wk
About the Role
Join our team as a Processor where you'll play a crucial role in processing and preparing donated goods for sale in our thrift stores. This position combines warehouse operations, merchandising, and mission-driven work to support The Salvation Army's community programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Sort, tag, and price merchandise according to established guidelines
- Track and report production numbers in assigned locations
- Move processed merchandise to sales floor for display or to designated shipping locations
- Assist donors with donations. Complete donation receipts, collect donor information and track donors.
- Receives ARC Center Trucks and assists to load, unload and move product to the correct departments.
- Maintain clean work and storage spaces
- Meet daily production goals for merchandise processing and store stocking
What You'll Need to Succeed
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or currently pursuing
- Strong English communication skills for team interactions
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems
- Basic math skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings
- Professional appearance and adherence to dress code
- Must pass pre-employment background check
- Reliable and team-oriented mindset
Physical Requirements
- Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds – regularly or occasionally
- Capability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed
- Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
Training and Development
- Comprehensive systems training provided
- Expected proficiency within 3 months
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
What Success Looks Like
- Meeting daily production goals
- Accurate processing and pricing of merchandise
- Clean and organized work environment
- Strong team collaboration
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Part-Time Benefits Package
Insurance & Financial Benefits
- 403(b) retirement savings plan (immediate eligibility)
- Voluntary life insurance options available
Paid Time Off (Pro-rated for part-time)
- Vacation days (accrual begins after first month, eligible after 90 days)
- Sick days with discretionary days
- Paid holidays (immediate eligibility)
- Personal Days
Company at a glance
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, our ministry is motivated by the love of God, and our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ as we meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Every program we offer is rooted in our passion to serve God by serving the lost, the vulnerable, the needy, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the hopeless.
Material and spiritual support is our standard - social services delivered with compassion is our model - anyone in need is our prerequisite. Eighty-two cents of every dollar we raise supports our various programs. We are a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, and contributions are deductible for Federal Income Tax Purposes to the extent permitted under Section 170(b)(2) for corporations.
Top Benefits
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Voluntary life insurance
- Vacation days
- Sick days
- Paid holidays
- Personal days
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