Processors, Vault (Shift 1)

About the role

The Operations Associate will work out of The Collectors Vault and will be responsible for accurately and efficiently moving inventory through the facility.

Responsibilities

• Catalog incoming inventory by adhering to established style and content rules
• Identify if an item has been graded or not and catalog the item appropriately
• Conduct research when needed on items and communicate with Client Partners on potential additional services required
• Absorb and assess the condition of the item
• Put inventory into storage locations and systemically locate the inventory
• Organize efficiently picking tickets to provide for on-time shipping
• Pick inventory from designated locations and stage for packing and shipping
• Pack and ship inventory following prescribed packing methods and generate shipping labels
• Perform inventory audits and ensure items are in the correct locations physically and systematically
• Operate material handling equipment to move products within the warehouse
• Systemically and physically move items into designated storage or staging locations
• Conduct quality control audits

Requirements

• Working knowledge of the collections hobby with specialized or detailed understanding of professional sports teams, players, entertainment, pop culture, and historical figures a plus
• Ability to work under strict deadlines (Overtime needed depending on the auction cycle)
• Organizational skill and attention to detail are essential
• Strong time management skills required
• Enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and adaptability
• Common computer software: Microsoft Office, Google Documents, Internet
• Historical knowledge of sports teams, leagues, players, and milestone events a plus
• High School or equivalent education background

Qualifications

• Bending and Twisting: Bending neck/waist, twisting neck/waist, and squatting
• Computer Use: Typing, mouse work, and sitting and looking at a computer potentially for long periods of time
• Hand Use: Regular hand use for various tasks
• Hearing Requirements: Ability to hear alarms, signals, and verbal instructions
• Receiving and Inspecting Submissions: Ability to receive, and in some departments inspect, submissions. Ability to use a sharp blade and retrieve submissions from packaging
• Sitting or Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Use of a ladder to access, retrieve, and organize items stored on shelving units, limiting work at height to brief, one-handed reaches for small items while maintaining three points of contact

Skills

• Physical Strength: Bending and Twisting, Bending neck/waist, twisting neck/waist, and squatting
• Computer Skills: Typing, mouse work, and sitting and looking at a computer potentially for long periods of time
• Hand Strength: Regular hand use for various tasks
• Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, signals, and verbal instructions
• Receiving and Inspecting: Ability to receive, and in some departments inspect, submissions. Ability to use a sharp blade and retrieve submissions from packaging
• Sitting or Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Lifting: Use of a ladder to access, retrieve, and organize items stored on shelving units, limiting work at height to brief, one-handed reaches for small items while maintaining three points of contact

Benefits

• Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits
• 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals
• Vacation: All full-time employees are eligible for paid vacation
• Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays
• Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions
• Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs

Pay

The reasonable estimated hourly rate for this position is $19.50. Actual compensation varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience and skill set.

Schedule

This role reports to our Operations Supervisor at The Collectors Vault and will work out of our New Castle, DE office. The position schedule will be Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat from 7:00am - 5:30pm.