Thrift Store Associate

Full-time • Entry Level

New Orleans, LA

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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: Unloading and loading trailers, operating a trash compactor, operating a baling machine, and janitorial duties. The Facilities Associate position is labor intensive. Our Production Associates may be assigned to the following tasks: Pre-sorting donations, sorting, pricing, hanging, tagging, attaching sensors, and distributing merchandise to the floor. Our Sales Floor Associates may be assigned to the following roles: Cashier, Sales Floor, and Donation Center Attendant. Other available positions include: Box Truck Driver, Dispatcher, and Supervisor.

Unloading and loading trailers
Operating a trash compactor
Operating a baling machine
Janitorial duties
Pre-sorting donations
Sorting
Pricing
Hanging
Tagging
Attaching sensors
Distributing merchandise to the floor
Cashier
Sales Floor
Donation Center Attendant

High school diploma or equivalent
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 40-70 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.
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and busy environment is essential for this role.
Due to the nature of our operations, the ability to work effectively in a noisy environment is a requirement for this role.
Due to the nature of our operations, the ability to work effectively in a bright environment is a requirement for this role.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills are a requirement for this role.
The nature of this role requires a high degree of flexibility.
Employees are expected to work in all areas as assigned, contributing to a well-rounded and collaborative team environment.
A fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, as well as the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English, may be necessary.
Effective performers demonstrate regular and punctual attendance. They behave consistently and predictably; are reliable and dependable in fulfilling their professional obligations.
Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions.
Effective performers recognize one's own limitations, being open to learning from others, and treating everyone with respect and dignity.
Effective performers are adaptable. They embrace needed change and modify their behavior when appropriate to achieve organizational objectives. They are effective in the face of uncertainty.
Effective performers observe details, promptly catch and rectify small mistakes, delivering high-quality, accurate work.
Effective performers create and participate in an inclusive environment. They value and respect diversity, and foster a sense of belonging for all individuals.
Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger team and their role within it. They prioritize the collective success of the team over personal achievements.
Effective performers clearly and articulately convey information to others in casual or informal situations. They understand that communication happens through verbal and nonverbal cues, and are able to interpret body language accurately and use it appropriately.
Effective performers are able to recover from mistakes or adjust easily to change. They sustain efforts to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition.
Effective performers conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with organizational values, policies, and standards. This requires a 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.

Previous thrift, retail, warehouse, back of house, or customer facing experience is preferred, but not required

medical benefits become available after 90 days of employment

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