Retail Store Associate

Job Summary

Supports Savers vision by assisting drivers to properly unload donations onto carts in the warehouse, separating soft and hard goods, large items and furniture, weighing carts, organizing full carts in warehouse, accurately completing route paperwork with weights and truck checks of empty trucks, loading trailers according to specific Savers guidelines, continuously recording product weights and type while loading trailers, assist with daily counting and entry of Stock on Hand. Assist in loading/unloading trucks for transfers to stores.

Roles and Duties:

• Completes truck/trailer loading and unloading tasks based on instructions from management
• Piles crates and parcels onto wheeled carts to check their mass
• Organize bulky belongings in the allocated area
• Arrange the furnishings in the allocated area
• Obligated to maintain the cleanliness and ensure the absence of debris in aisles and walkways.
• Properly employ a calculator to subtract or add tare weights from loaded carts of goods and calculate the net weights successfully
• Make a record of the cart numbers, weights, and time taken for unloading on the driver's route paperwork
• Make sure to furnish the Savers Delivery Reports with the complete set of required information
• Daily tracking and documenting of the stock available in both the warehouse and trailers according to the required standards
• Conducts examinations on forklifts to ascertain they meet Savers' guidelines and are in accordance with state laws concerning safety and operational standards.
• Undertake miscellaneous tasks as needed, such as ensuring tidiness in the office and restroom sections

Qualifications:

• Mastery of OSHA, state, and Savers safety regulations and requirements is essential for managing safety protocols efficiently
• Demonstrated organization skills
• Capability to maneuver a forklift
• Skill in expressing thoughts and ideas through spoken and written communication
• Handling multiple incoming and outgoing shipments concurrently
• Proficient in preparing receiving reports and shipment schedules
• Skill in interpreting instructions furnished in written, oral, graphic, or ordered form
• Skill in organizing priorities, adapting to deadlines, and handling multiple tasks independently with minimal direction
• Capability to be precise and meticulous in tasks.
• Can occasionally manage loads of up to 70 lbs
• The competence to handle a pallet jack by applying force to either pull or push it as needed
• Skill in shifting or maneuvering loaded carts onto the scale to determine weight
• Aptitude to handle the temperature fluctuations commonly found in warehouse settings
• Consistent standing, walking, bending, and lifting are needed to perform daily tasks seamlessly

Education and Experience:

• The acquisition of a high school diploma or a similar credential is essential for various career opportunities
• Previous exposure to docks or warehouses is a positive attribute
• Forklift training certification
• Implementing correct lifting procedures and methods is key to ensuring safety and reducing the likelihood of accidents

What you can expect:

• Our ability to cherish uniqueness blossoms from the understanding that each person's background, life journey, and viewpoint are distinctive, enriching the collective environment in meaningful ways.
• Hoping to be employed in a purpose-oriented organization, with a business approach that is loved by many for its positive effects on the planet and nearby societies.
• With a focus on aggressive store growth, we place great importance on investing in the professional journey of our staff. Our priority is to facilitate the development and progress of our team members, ensuring their success aligns with our ambitious expansion plans.

Training:

The company is committed to offering comprehensive onboarding and training initiatives for its employees. Savers University plays a key role in developing and delivering in-depth training programs that are tailored to the specific needs of each team member, including executives. Through a combination of internally created training materials and partnerships with reputable training providers, the organization guarantees that its workforce receives high-quality training to support their professional development.

Benefits:

• Health coverage options that bundle services like medical, prescription, dental, and vision care fall under the category of bundled health plans
• Supplementary protection and reassurance from company-sponsored life insurance
• Programs aimed at helping individuals quit smoking, coaching for diabetes management, and on-demand healthcare alternatives are accessible.
• An employer-sponsored 401k plan with generous contribution matching to support your long-term financial goals.
• Compensated time away from the workplace for relaxation or pursuing interests outside of work.
• A variety of services focused on promoting mental well-being and supporting individuals in their daily functioning.

About Us:

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You'll often hear us say that we are "Thrift Proud." It's the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible.