Production Associate

Red, White & Blue | Mile High Thrift | World Thrift | Valley Thrift | Community Thrift | Thrift • Pittsburgh, PA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate at RWB Thrift is responsible for executing diverse tasks and processes within backroom operations. This position requires attention to detail, physical endurance, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Production Associates may be assigned to various roles within the backroom, including Hanger, Tagger, Pricer Support, Tallyer & Sensor Support, and Runner. A top performing individual is eager to enhance and broaden their skills, enabling them to perform well in multiple areas of the backroom as business needs dictate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to Safely Perform Job Functions: Capable of safely and effectively performing essential job functions in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting both qualitative and quantitative productivity requirements
• Physical Strength: Must have the ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs, frequently exert up to 25 lbs. of force, and constantly apply negligible force when handling objects
• Endurance: Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Manual Dexterity: Proficient in performing repetitive motions such as extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction and working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm
• Fine Motor Skills: Skilled in tasks involving seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands
• Balance and Agility: Capable of maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces, as well as maintaining balance when performing agile tasks
• Visual Acuity: Possesses clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, consistently busy, fast-paced, and noisy work environment with bright lighting
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers
• High degree of flexibility; able to switch tasks or departments based on operational needs and work in all assigned areas
• Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, and ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English (may be necessary)
• Dependability: Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance, behave consistently and predictably; are reliable and dependable in fulfilling professional obligations
• Integrity: Think and act ethically and honestly, apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities, take responsibility for actions
• Humility: Recognize one's own limitations, be open to learning from others, and treat everyone with respect and dignity
• Adaptability: Embrace needed change and modify behavior when appropriate to achieve organizational objectives, be effective in the face of uncertainty
• Attention To Detail: Observe details, promptly catch and rectify small mistakes, delivering high-quality, accurate work
• Inclusion: Create and participate in an inclusive environment, value and respect diversity, and foster a sense of belonging for all individuals
• Team Player: Be team oriented, identify with the larger team and their role within it, prioritize the collective success of the team over personal achievements
• Informal Communication: Clearly and articulately convey information to others in casual or informal situations, understand that communication happens through verbal and nonverbal cues, and are able to interpret body language accurately and use it appropriately
• Resilience: Recover from mistakes or adjust easily to change, sustain efforts to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition
• Professionalism: Conduct oneself in a manner that is consistent with organizational values, policies, and standards, commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and respect for diversity, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner

Nice To Haves

• Previous thrift, retail, warehouse, or back of house experience

Responsibilities

• Perform diverse tasks and processes within backroom operations as assigned
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in backroom areas
• Follow company policies and procedures for efficient and safe operations
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and support store operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees