Sales Associate/Material Handler - San Jose

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a well-respected organization committed to helping individuals on their journey to recovery. As a Sales Associate/Material Handler, you will play a vital role in ensuring customer satisfaction while supporting the mission of assisting those in need. This position offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to contribute to a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience in a retail environment. Your efforts will directly impact the lives of many, making this an enriching opportunity for those who thrive in a fast-paced, community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate POS/Cash Register.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers and donors with prompt, courteous service.
• Stock and organize merchandise according to standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the store.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Cash Register Operation

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

GED

Tools

POS System

Job description

Description

THE SALVATION ARMY "DOING THE MOST GOOD"
SAN JOSE CA - SALES ASSOCIATE/MATERIAL HANDLER

PAY RATE: $17.95

ABOUT THE ARC

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs. The organization is indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees.

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT:The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

QUALIFICATIONS:
-High School graduate or equivalent required.

-Must be able to operate POS/Cash Register

-Must pass background check, which will include Criminal History and Sex Offender Registry.

- Ability to communicate effectively with management, fellow store employees, customers and donors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.

-Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, clothing carts, merchandise carts, rolling clothing racks, fixtures, furniture dollies, platform trucks and carts, hand trucks and miscellaneous carts.

-Ability to operate a telephone

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

-Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Ensure Customer/Donor needs are met by greeting all Customers and Donors and giving prompt, courteous assistance.

-Stock priced items ready to be merchandised on the sales floor in accordance with Salvation Army Standards.

-Sort donations to be processed in accordance with Salvation Army Standards.

-Assist in the maintenance of the store to keep it clean, neat and organized. Perform cleaning duties as assigned by Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Shift Supervisor and District Sales Manager.
* Cleaning Windows
* Dusting
* Cashwrap Area
* Fitting Rooms
* Bathrooms
* Stockroom and Breakroom
* Sweeping and Mopping
* Donation Area
* Maintains assigned department within the store per TSA Merchandising Standards.

-Follow all POS/Cash Register Policies in accordance with TSA Policies and Procedures.

-Maintain safety standards and report any hazards/problems to the managers.

-Follow all HR policies and procedures.

-Attend required Monthly Store Meetings.

-Follows all Dress Code Policy in accordance with the TSA Policies and Procedures.

-Work schedules are determined by Management and employee must be flexible to ensure adequate store coverage at all times. Part-time associates may be scheduled to work any part-time shift including evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

-Receive, unload, and stock incoming inventory items accurately and efficiently.

-Provide Quality Assurance by inspecting products for defects and damages.

-Maintain and clean up the area in and around the donation trailer/pod at the beginning and end of each shift.

-Courteously assist the donor in the removal of all donated items from the donor's vehicle and provide receipt.

-Separate and sort all donated material into the proper containers, and properly stack material as instructed by the Store Manager.

-Perform other written or verbal duties as may be assigned by the Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Shift Supervisor and District Sales Manager and Command Administration.

Schedule

Our stores operate 7 days per week. Work schedules are determined by Management and employee must be flexible to always ensure adequate store coverage. Part-time associates may be scheduled to work any part-time shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

Education

GED (required)
High School or Equivalent (required)

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