Clothing Associate - Production
About The Position
The Clothing Associate supports New Horizons Thrift Stores’ mission of creating life change through second chances by preparing donated clothing and other items for resale. The role involves sorting incoming items by condition, cleaning them with designated tools and methods, performing basic touch-ups or repairs when needed, and occasionally organizing and pricing cleaned inventory. The associate also maintains a clean, orderly, and safe work area and supports the organization’s vision as communicated by store management and the immediate supervisor. Additional tasks may be assigned based on workload and duties. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position at the Canon City Store and Production location in Canon City, Colorado. The scheduled day shift is Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The stated pay range is $15.16 to $16.00 per hour. Overtime pay is provided for time worked over 40 hours per week.
Requirements
- No prior experience or training is required.
- Active listening skills, including giving others full attention, understanding points made, asking appropriate questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
- Speaking skills to convey information effectively.
- Coordination skills to adjust actions in relation to others’ actions.
- Service orientation and an active interest in finding ways to help people.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally, alone or with assistance.
- Ability to stand and walk for the duration of a shift; occasional bending, stooping, climbing, and reaching are required.
- Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm motions to handle, move, carry, and control objects and tools for extended periods.
Responsibilities
- Sort incoming donated items by condition.
- Clean items using designated tools and methods.
- Perform basic touch-ups or repairs when needed.
- Organize and price cleaned inventory for resale as needed.
- Follow safety and cleanliness standards to maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- Support and carry out the organization’s vision through collaboration and teamwork.
Benefits
- Paid Medical Leave
- MEC
- Life Insurance
- Optional vision benefits
- Optional HDHP health benefits
- Paid vacation begins to accrue after 30 days
- Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
