Merchandise Processing Associate

Savers; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 17,908 - 18,886; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid Time Off, Sick Pay, Vacation Pay

401k with company matching contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Up to 50% off store merchandise

Comprehensive onboarding and training

Job summary

A leading company in the thrift retail industry is hiring Merchandise Processing Associates for part-time and full-time roles. In this position, you'll be responsible for sorting and processing donated items, providing exceptional customer service, and contributing to a positive impact in the community through reuse and recycling.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a flexible team environment.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process merchandise by sorting, grading, pricing, and tagging.
• Ensure a great experience for customers and donors.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Job description

Job Title: Merchandise Processing Associate

Pay Range: Our starting pay ranges from $13.00 to $13.71 depending on job duty/position.

$13.00 = Sales Clerk, Designated Sales Clerk, Custodian, Tagger/Roller Hard, Tagger/Roller Soft

$13.20= Clothing Sorter/Hanger, Hardware Sorter

$13.71 = Clothing Grader, Hardware Pricer, Material Handler

Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply.

Comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision) at a reasonable cost.

Specialized health programs – Improve wellness (quit smoking, 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% off store merchandise.

Flexible spending accounts to use pre-tax dollars for eligible health and day care expenses.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free tools and resources to manage life's challenges.

Retirement Plan: 401k with company matching contributions.

Life insurance provided by the company, with options to purchase additional coverage.

Additional Benefits include Performance Merit Increases.

About us:

As one of the largest thrift operators in the US, Canada, and Australia, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire secondhand shopping. We supply stores with donated and purchased items, redirecting waste from landfills and supporting community programs. We are "Thrift Proud," with over 300 stores and 22,000 team members. Learn more at savers.com.

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 a great experience for Customers, Donors, and Team Members. We are hiring for both Full Time and Part Time roles.

What to expect:

• The opportunity to celebrate diversity and uniqueness.
• Work in a purpose-driven company with a positive impact on the planet and communities.
• Career growth opportunities with our expansion plans.

What you get:

Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one, with in-house expertise through Savers University, developing 90% of our training internally.

Savers is an E-Verify employer.