Receiving & Loading Associate
Red White & Blue Thrift · Paterson, NJ · 3 wk ago
Management$16–$18/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Load, unload, and organize donations such as clothing, furniture, and other household items.
- Fill trailers with donations, ensuring items are stacked and secured to maximize space and efficiency.
- Assist drivers on routes for donation pick-ups, helping to load and secure items.
- Maintain organized inventory by categorizing and placing items in designated areas.
- Support overall thrift store operations by promptly responding to demands and requests.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient and productive work processes.
- Take direction well and complete tasks accurately to support overall team goals.
- Work comfortably in various weather conditions as needed for loading and unloading tasks.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to work in a busy and fast-paced environment, maintaining a steady pace throughout shifts.
- Team-oriented attitude with strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Reliable and able to take direction well from supervisors and team leaders.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and carry it for short distances.
- Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
- Visual acuity to read road signs, maps, and operating instructions.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling bags and boxes.
- Strong back and abdominal muscles to maintain proper posture while lifting heavy objects.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
- Good hearing to detect warning signals and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Work Environment
- The work environment is dynamic and characterized by a consistently busy atmosphere.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and busy environment is essential for this role.
- Noise Level: The work environment is noisy.
- Lights: The work environment is characterized by bright lighting throughout the front and back of store.
- Interactions with Others: The role involves regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers, fostering a collaborative and customer-focused environment.
- Language Requirements: Employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English within the workplace. However, the nature of the position entails interactions with customers, donors, and colleagues who primarily use English. In such instances, a fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, reading street signs, as well as the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English, is necessary.