ARC Sales and Production Associate

The Salvation Army; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Sales and Production Associate to join their team. This role is essential in creating a welcoming atmosphere in a production store while assisting customers and managing donations. The position involves various responsibilities, including maintaining store order, supporting work therapy programs, and ensuring compliance with operational guidelines. If you have a passion for helping others and enjoy a dynamic work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that makes a significant impact in the community by recycling goods and supporting rehabilitation efforts.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Strong customer service skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a pleasant work environment and good customer relationships.
• Assist with store operations and ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Effective Communication

Ability to Follow Directions

Physical Stamina

Lifting Ability (50 pounds)

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers make a difference in people's lives. Through the collection and resale of gently used goods, we provide the financial support to assist men and women with a variety of social and spiritual afflictions. The in-residence rehabilitation program focuses on basic necessities, providing a clean and healthy living environment, good food, work therapy, leisure time activities, group and individual counseling, and spiritual direction. Our effort is focused on developing life skills and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. More than just a job, each team member contributes to recycling goods that repair broken lives.

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Sales and Production Associate to work in a production store and perform a wide variety of duties in the store and production area. The Sales and Production Associate will maintain order, create a pleasant and hospitable work environment, and maintain customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating a pleasant and hospitable work environment and maintain good customer relationships.
• Assist, as required, with store operations.
• Serve all customers in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Handle all donations with care and respect.
• Handle merchandise as directed, maintaining proper categories and colorization.
• Ensure that the store is sufficiently stocked and “ragged out” in accordance with the “ARC COMMAND RAG OUT CALENDAR.”
• Assist in cleaning and general maintenance of store property.
• Immediately report theft, customer complaints, injuries, and any unsafe equipment or conditions to management.
• Maintain a clean and clutter-free work area.
• Be well-versed in and comply with the Guide to Thrift Store & Donation Center Operations manual.
• This position will support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing beneficiaries an example of professional conduct, work habits, and supervision (as directed by Supervisor).
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, Store Supervisor, Assistant Store Supervisor, and/or Administrator.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak and understand English for effective communication.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.