Shipping/Receiving Team Member - Chattanooga Brainerd at America's Thrift Stores

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Player, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Detail-Oriented, Customer Service, Safety Awareness, Flexibility, Physical Stamina

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 You provide outstanding service to all donors You aren't afraid of working in the ever-changing weather You are committed to working safely and efficiently You are a team player and ready to work with a diverse group of co-workers You are organized and can keep the work area neat and presentable You are at least 18years old and ready to join or Shipping and Receiving team! What Happens in Shipping and Receiving Anyway? Interact with donors to accept and process donations at trailer sites in an outdoor setting; provide outstanding service to all donors Receive newly donated items from our Donations team Help us be green and sustainable, sort and ship recyclable items Lift up to 50 lbs. Work in the heat, the cold and in wet weather conditions Unload trailers in a safe and efficient manner Teamwork Makes The Dream Work Our dock team works together to take great care of items provided by our donors and provide excellent treasures for our customers. Whether we are shipping items that didn’t make it to the salesfloor to our wholesale team or separating out recyclable materials, we combine our passion for customers and community service in all that we do. 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. Position Title: Shipping/Receiving Team Member Department: Operations Reports To: General Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Overview America’s Thrift Stores is looking for a dependable and motivated Shipping/Receiving Team Member to join our operations team! This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys staying active, working as part of a team, and supporting a mission-driven organization. We’re seeking individuals with open availability who are flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. In this role, you’ll support the flow of donated goods through our warehouse and donation center while helping ensure a positive experience for our donors. You’ll work in both indoor and outdoor environments and play an important role in helping our stores serve the community. Key Responsibilities Accurately count, weigh, and measure incoming and outgoing shipments Ensure materials are delivered to the appropriate locations in a timely manner Record material movement and weights in the designated tracking system Identify, document, and report discrepancies such as shortages or overages Safely operate material-handling equipment while following all PPE guidelines Assist customers and donors at the donation center as needed Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership Skills & Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age Open availability required, including weekends, evenings, and holidays Basic math skills Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced setting Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records Ability to follow company policies and procedures Successful completion of a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug screen Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record Physical Requirements Frequently: Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs Pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs Climbing up to 14 feet Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, balancing, handling, and smelling Walking on tile or concrete surfaces Continuously: Standing on tile or concrete Talking, seeing, and hearing Work Environment & Schedule Primarily day and weekend hours, with flexibility to work evenings and holidays as needed Work performed both indoors (semi-controlled temperatures) and outdoors in varying weather conditions 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

The Shipping/Receiving Team Member will interact with donors to accept and process donations, ensuring a positive experience. They will also be responsible for accurately counting, weighing, and measuring incoming and outgoing shipments.