Processing Team Member - Knoxville at America's Thrift Stores

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Sorting, Grading, Racking, Product Knowledge, Identifying High-Value Items, Inspection, Lifting, Teamwork, Organization, Multitasking, Safety Compliance, Pricing, Cleaning

Industry

Retail

Description

What's In It For You! EVERY employee is bonus eligible after 90 days!! Employee discounts Variety of jobs including Monday-Friday day shifts Need flexible part time hours? We've got'em! Growth opportunities Help others through our charity partners Save the environment! Why We Will Love You Attention to detail - you've got an eye for it! You are eager to sort through donations searching for treasures You are neat and organized You are a team player ready to work with a diverse group of co-workers You love getting a lot done every day You are at least 18 and ready to join our processing team What Happens in Processing Anyway? Sort donated items and identify great finds Help identify recyclable items. Even if we can't sell it, we can keep it out of the landfill! Get those great finds sales floor ready Lift up to 50 lbs. Load and unload carts to get merchandise out safely and efficiently Clean up and reset the processing area at the end of each day Teamwork Makes The Dream Work Our processing team works together to take great care of items provided by our donors and provide excellent treasures for our customers. Whether we are hanging the perfect jeans (thrifting one pair of jeans saves the world 1,800 gallons of water ya know!) or separating out recyclable materials, we combine our passion for customers and community service. Why You Will Love Us: Our Mission, Vision and Values Mission To Give Back! By... Positively impacting the environment and the communities we serve providing values that meet our customer's needs and wants reducing millions of pounds of waste each year supporting local charities creating jobs Vision To be the Thrift Brand of Choice in the Southeast and online by offering The Best in value, variety & selection, and convenience for our customers and donors. Values People First We invest in what matters most to us: You. Your goals are our goals; your success is our success. We care about family and work-life balance. We value what makes you, You! Customers and Donors Our business starts and ends with both the contributions of our donors and the loyalty of our customers. We deliver a 1st class second-hand experience by providing our customers unsurpassed value & selection. Community We enhance communities by supporting charities, providing values and creating jobs. Through sustainable shopping we protect the environment and reduce waste. Continuous Improvement We empower our people to improve the business and promote an entrepreneurial spirit. Continuous improvement isn't just about margins; it's about development, personal growth, teamwork and collaboration. "How can we improve" are the most important words in business. Growth Growth is our commitment. We invest in the growth of our people, our donations, and our sales. Our growth supports our mission: To Give Back. Processing Team Member (Sorter/Grader/Racker) We’re looking for detail-oriented, fast-paced team members with strong retail product knowledge to join our Processing Department. This role is ideal for someone with experience in sorting, grading, and racking merchandise, especially individuals familiar with major retail brands, resale markets, and identifying antiques or unique, high-value items. Processing Team Members help move donated goods from the loading dock to the sales floor—carefully inspecting, sorting, preparing, and pricing merchandise to ensure our customers receive high-quality, well-organized items. This position is hands-on, physically active, and essential to keeping our store running efficiently. What You’ll Do Sort, grade, and rack merchandise according to brand, quality, and resale value. Identify high-value items, antiques, collectibles, and specialty brands. Inspect all incoming clothing and goods for quality standards. Load, unload, and move carts safely and efficiently. Clean, prepare, and price products for the sales floor. Consolidate goods and operate baling equipment as needed. Prepare, package, and organize items for shipping. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized processing area. Follow all safety policies and operational procedures. What We’re Looking For Retail, thrift, reseller, warehouse, or production experience required. Strong knowledge of apparel brands, vintage items, antiques, or resale value trends. Keen eye for detail with the ability to accurately classify merchandise. Organized, efficient, and able to work at a steady, productive pace. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team. Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience. Physical Demands Frequently: Lift up to 50 lbs., push/pull up to 25 lbs., climb ladders up to 14 ft., stoop, kneel, crouch, and handle various materials. Frequently: Walk and stand on concrete/tile floors; reach at waist and overhead levels. Continuously: Stand, talk, hear, and visually inspect merchandise. #IND123 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

Processing Team Members are responsible for moving donated goods from the loading dock to the sales floor by carefully inspecting, sorting, preparing, and pricing merchandise. This involves sorting, grading, racking items, identifying high-value goods, and maintaining a clean, safe processing area.