Sorter/Processor

The Salvation Army; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization where you will play a vital role in sorting and processing donations. This position involves various tasks, including sorting garments, pricing items, and maintaining a clean workspace. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality service and supporting the work therapy program. Ideal for individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about making a difference in the community. If you have a keen eye for quality and enjoy hands-on work, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clothing quality and pricing is essential.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sorting room operation and maintain cleanliness.
• Process and sort donations efficiently and accurately.
• Price and ticket all sorted merchandise according to policy.

Skills

Knowledge of clothing quality and pricing

Effective communication in English

Ability to follow directions

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Sorter/Processor to perform a variety of functions to assist in the operation of the sorting room or production area of a Production Store.

Duties:

• Assist with sorting room operation as required.
• Cross-train in all sorting room functions under the guidance of the Sorting Room Supervisor.
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining the sorting room area.
• Maintain a clean and clutter-free work area.
• Responsible for baling as needed.
• Support the work therapy program by demonstrating professional conduct, work habits, and supervision as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or administrator.

Sorter:

• Process and sort donations by inspecting and separating saleable from unsaleable items.
• Deliver at least 300 store-quality garments per hour.
• Categorize and box seasonal clothing, bric-a-brac, and shoes.

Hanger/Tagger:

• Process, hang, and tag all sorted merchandise.
• Hang a minimum of 225 garments per hour.
• Ensure clothes are hung according to policy and on proper hangers.
• Place tags properly on garments according to Salvation Army policy.

Pricer:

• Price all sorted merchandise.
• Price at least 225 garments per hour.
• Consider quality, brand, and condition to determine pricing.

Bric a Brac:

• Sort and clean all saleable miscellaneous donations daily.
• Ticket each item and assign a fair market price.
• Arrange merchandise in the required order and manner.
• Rag out merchandise following the Territorial ARC Rag Out Calendar.

Shoes/Accessories:

• Sort and clean saleable shoes, handbags, and accessories daily.
• Ticket and price each item individually.
• Process a minimum of 25 pieces/sets per hour, maintaining order.
• Rag out merchandise per the calendar.

Domestics:

• Sort and measure saleable linen items daily.
• Ticket and price each item.
• Process at least 25 pieces/sets per hour, maintaining order.
• Rag out merchandise as per the calendar.

Books/Records/Toys:

• Sort and clean merchandise daily.
• Ticket and price items according to policies.
• Maintain merchandise in proper order.
• Rag out merchandise following the calendar.

Furniture/Electrical:

• Sort, clean, and test electrical and furniture donations.
• Ticket electrical items as 'sold as is' and price accordingly.
• Record information and price furniture items.
• Maintain merchandise in order.
• Mark down furniture on the sales floor as per policy.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of clothing quality and pricing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.