Merchandise Processing Associate

Savers; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off and vacation pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k plan with company match

Job summary

A leading company in the thrift industry is hiring Merchandise Processing Associates to enhance customer and donor experiences. The role offers flexible positions, comprehensive training, and benefits like health coverage and time off, contributing to meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in diverse teams and provide positive customer experiences.
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning through internal training programs.

Responsibilities

• Create excellent experiences for Customers, Donors, and Team Members.
• Engage in various Merchandise Processing duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Job Title: Merchandise Processing Associate

Pay Rate: Our starting pay ranges from $15.00 to $15.81 depending on job duty/position.

$15.00 = Sales Clerk, Designated Sales Clerk, Custodian, Tagger/Roller Hard, Tagger/Roller Soft

$15.23 = Clothing Sorter/Hanger, Hardware Sorter

$15.81 = Clothing Grader, Hardware Pricer, Material Handler

Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply.

Benefits include comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage at a reasonable cost, specialized health programs (such as smoking cessation, counseling, diabetes management, chronic joint pain), paid time off, sick pay, vacation pay (approximately 1-2 weeks), 6 paid holidays plus 1 to 2 floating holidays, up to 50% store merchandise discount, flexible spending accounts for eligible health and day care expenses, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a retirement plan with a 401k plan and company match, life insurance with options for supplemental coverage, performance merit increases, and additional benefits.

Who we are:

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the US, Canada, and Australia, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used items donated by the community, purchased from nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items from landfills, and providing funding for community programs. We are "Thrift Proud" — with over 300 stores and 22,000 team members.

Our brands include Savers, 2nd Ave, Value Village, Unique, Village des Valeurs, and Savers Australia.

Summary & Positions:

At Savers / Value Village, our Merchandise Processing Associates create an excellent experience for our Customers, Donors, and Team Members. We are hiring both Full Time and Part Time positions.

What you can expect:

• The opportunity to celebrate diversity. We value different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• To work in a purpose-driven company with a business model that benefits the planet and communities.
• Career growth opportunities through our expansion plans and internal development programs.

What you get:

Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one, with in-house expertise through Savers University. We develop about 90% of our training internally, partnering with renowned providers for additional offerings.

Savers is an E-Verify employer.