Processing Associate-FT

Graceworks Ministries; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

Graceworks Ministries in Franklin, TN, is looking for a part-time Processing Associate to manage in-kind donations and maintain the donation space.

This role involves sorting inventory, greeting donors, and ensuring the retail area is well-organized and appealing. Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma with retail experience and strong interpersonal skills.

The position requires physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work effectively in a retail/warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Lift, sort, and price inventory.
• Receive donations and place them into appropriate bins for tagging.
• Maintain brand awareness and fashion sensibilities in the selection of merchandise.
• Assist in keeping the warehouse processing area maintained and organized.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Donor and customer service sensitivity

Highly developed organizational, planning, and communication skills

Brand awareness and fashion sensibility

Problem-solving skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to work effectively with others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Location: 104 Southeast Parkway Suite 100, Franklin, TN 37064
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly
Hours: Monday‑Saturday 8am‑6pm (closing shifts may be later)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Processing Associate is responsible for receiving and sorting in‑kind donations through our donation entryway, greeting donors and delivery personnel, directing visitors, maintaining high standards for items selected for sale, keeping the donation space organized, and assisting with replenishing the retail floor.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lift, sort, and price inventory.
• Receive donations and place them into appropriate bins for tagging.
• Maintain brand awareness and fashion sensibilities in the selection of merchandise for appropriate bins.
• Help with seasonal and departmental inventory for integration into the ongoing processing chain.
• Assist with training intake volunteers.
• Greet donors and delivery personnel.
• Offer receipts to all donors as they drop off donations.
• Tell the GraceWorks story to anyone who asks.
• Assist in keeping the warehouse processing area maintained and organized.
• React to change proactively and handle all other duties and essential tasks as assigned with a positive attitude.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required; retail experience preferred.

OTHER SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Donor and customer service sensitivity
• Highly developed organizational, planning, and communication skills
• Brand awareness and fashion sensibility required
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals
• Problem‑solving skills
• Physically able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Good judgment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively with others

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position is in a retail/warehouse setting that involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions. The environment may involve hot working conditions depending on the season. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for the entire shift.