Community-Impact Thrift Store Associate

tsainternal; Grand Rapids, Plainwell (MI, MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave after 90 days

Vacation time after 90 days

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Optional life insurance

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Plainwell, MI is seeking a friendly Retail Associate. You will provide great customer service, process donations, and help maintain a welcoming shopping experience for customers and donors while supporting fundraising programs in the community.

This full-time role requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided; prior retail or donation handling experience is a plus, and reliable attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide friendly customer service.
• Ability to process donated merchandise.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Basic communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
• High school diploma or currently pursuing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly, professional demeanor with customers and donors.
• Provide excellent customer service on the sales floor and donation area.
• Operate the Point-of-Sale system and handle cash.
• Assist donors with donations and provide receipts.
• Stock, tag, and price donated merchandise.
• Help create a welcoming shopping experience for customers and donors.
• Follow store policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Flexibility

Teamwork

Basic math

Computer skills

Reliable attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-Sale (POS) system

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Plainwell, MI is seeking a friendly Retail Associate. You will provide great customer service, process donations, and help maintain a welcoming shopping experience for customers and donors while supporting fundraising programs in the community.

This full-time role requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided; prior retail or donation handling experience is a plus, and reliable attendance is essential.