Thrift Store Associate

Red White & Blue Thrift Store; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Red White & Blue Thrift Store is seeking dedicated associates for various full-time positions including Facilities, Production, and Sales Floor roles. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and effective communication skills. The roles are labor-intensive, requiring the ability to lift and carry heavy items. Medical benefits are available after 90 days of employment, and the store promotes an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Medical Benefits after 90 days

Qualifications

• Previous retail, warehouse, or customer-facing experience preferred.
• Ability to perform job functions safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Unloading/loading trailers and operating machinery.
• Sorting, pricing, and distributing merchandise.
• Cashier and sales floor duties.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Our associates at Red, White, and Blue Thrift perform a range of tasks and processes essential to our retail operations. These positions require attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The roles are full-time, and medical benefits become available after 90 days of employment. Brief descriptions of our positions can be found below.

Our Facilities Associates may be assigned to the following tasks:

1. Unloading and loading trailers
2. Operating a trash compactor
3. Operating a baling machine
4. Janitorial duties

The Facilities Associate position is labor intensive.

Our Production Associates may be assigned to the following tasks:

1. Pre-sorting donations
2. Sorting, pricing, hanging, tagging, attaching sensors
3. Distributing merchandise to the floor

Our Sales Floor Associates may be assigned to the following roles:

1. Cashier
2. Sales Floor Attendant
3. Donation Center Attendant

Other available positions include:

1. Box Truck Driver
2. Dispatcher
3. Supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous thrift, retail, warehouse, back of house, or customer-facing experience is preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions safely and effectively in accordance with applicable standards, including meeting productivity requirements
• Physical strength to lift and carry up to 70 lbs occasionally and exert force up to 25 lbs frequently
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Manual dexterity for repetitive motions and fine motor tasks
• Balance and agility for maintaining body equilibrium and performing agile tasks
• Visual acuity for clear vision at various distances
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, noisy, and brightly lit environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with others
• Flexibility to switch tasks and departments as needed

Language Requirements

• Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for instructions and communication, though not exclusively required

Other Requirements

• Dependability through punctuality and reliability
• Integrity and ethical conduct
• Humility and respect for others
• Adaptability to change and uncertainty
• Attention to detail and quality work
• Creating an inclusive environment that respects diversity
• Team orientation and prioritizing collective success
• Effective informal communication skills
• Resilience to recover from setbacks and adjust to change
• Professionalism in conduct and communication

Equal Opportunity Statement

M&M Management is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities.