Production Associate

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Associate to join their team. This role involves processing donations and ensuring quality standards for retail sales. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. With opportunities for growth and a company incentive program, this position offers a chance to contribute to a meaningful mission while developing valuable skills. If you are flexible, detail-oriented, and eager to make a difference, this job could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Company incentive program

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six months warehouse or production experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Sort, grade, price, and rack donations for retail sales.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Report theft, injuries, and unsafe conditions to Management.

Skills

Interpersonal relationship skills

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Mechanicsburg - Mechanicsburg, PA

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $14.50 - $14.50 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Warehouse

Description

STARTING WAGE $14.50/HR WITH INCREASE TO $15.00/HR AT 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT!

COMPANY INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR ALL EMPLOYEES!

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Production Associate is responsible for processing incoming donations and providing them to the retail sales floor. Our culture assumes we can count on one another, engage with respect and professionalism, and continue our exceptional tradition of serving the public and our partners through teamwork and cooperation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately and efficiently sort, grade, price, and rack all donations (including shoes, linens, clothing, bric brac, toys and electronics) and ensure that product provided to the retail area for sale meets the quality standards of CommunityAid.
• In order to improve retail sales figures, understand the types of products we sell, current promotions, and pricing standards based on best practices established by the company.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area (specifically) and the overall store (generally).
• Understand CommunityAid’s sales and marketing methods, including our tagging system.
• Work with a high degree of flexibility and responsiveness to meet store needs, rotating through various production sections weekly, daily, or even hourly, as necessary. Report to and respond to Productions Supervisors’ direction to ensure there is adequate product ready for Retail Associates to run to the sales floor.
• Provide assistance with “rag out,” store opening and closing, and other tasks as assigned by Management.
• Immediately report theft, injuries, and unsafe equipment or conditions to Management.
• Comply with CommunityAid’s Employee Handbook and any other established standards, policies, and directives of CommunityAid Management.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Embrace, exemplify, and endorse CommunityAid’s 12 Core Behaviors.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills.
• A positive attitude.
• The ability to work professionally with co-workers and Management.
• The ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Function effectively both independently and in a team, depending on the needs of the company.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to focus with attention to detail.
• Flexibility to respond to the changing needs of the work environment, including willingness to move from one job role to another at the direction of Management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six months warehouse or production experience is helpful.
• Scheduling flexibility and evenings and weekend availability.
• Proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Adherence to consistent attendance and weekly hours expectations defined by employee’s DoL status (full-time/part-time/seasonal).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to frequently lift and carry 21 to 35 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.