FT Processing Shift Lead | Christmas Cedar Bluff

KARM Stores Christmas Seasonal Team Member

Join a mission that changes lives this Christmas season. At KARM Stores, every item you process helps fund life-restoring services for men, women, and children across East Tennessee. During the Christmas season, our stores experience increased customer activity, and our seasonal team plays a vital role in helping us serve our community well.

If you're looking for meaningful seasonal work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, KARM Stores is hiring Christmas Seasonal Team Members to support store operations now through January 2.

KARM Stores Christmas is back again in West Knoxville!! We are now hiring seasonal shift lead members for Christmas positions.

Shift lead pay begins at $17-18 an hour, based on experience. Store hours are 9a -6pm, some Saturdays required. KARM Stores keyholders must be 18 or older.

Why work at KARM Stores?

• Every Sunday off — guaranteed
• Competitive hourly pay based on location and experience
• 25% employee discount
• Mission-driven work that makes a difference
• Opportunity to gain retail and production experience in a fast-paced environment

Seasonal position details

Position type: Seasonal

Assignment dates: Immediate start through January 2

Schedule: Full-time opportunities available, including holiday and peak-season schedules as needed

Key responsibilities

• Assist in delegating tasks and responsibilities with the processing manager and assistant processing manager, especially when the manager is not on shift.
• Receive & sort donated merchandise
• Inspect, evaluate, and determine sellable quality
• Price & prepare items for the sales floor
• Meet daily & weekly production goals (company target: 35 processed pieces per hour)
• Maintain organization & safety within the processing area
• Work closely with team members to keep inventory moving efficiently
• Represent KARM's core values: trustworthy, team-minded & teachable

What success looks like

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy hands-on, physical work
• Like measurable goals & hitting production targets
• Can stay focused in a fast-paced environment
• Work well as part of a team
• Take pride in quality & consistency

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer and point-of-sale system skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Availability to work Saturdays and flexible shifts
• Commitment to working respectfully within a mission-driven workplace

Physical requirements

This role is performed in a warehouse environment and will involve standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift.

• Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods
• Frequent lifting, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Moderate to heavy physical activity throughout shifts

Additional information

KARM Stores participates in E-Verify and confirms employment eligibility through Form I-9 documentation.

We are proud to be a second-chance employer. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants. Background checks are conducted in accordance with applicable law.

KARM Stores is an equal opportunity employer.