Production Associate

Pay Range: $13.00 to $15.00 per hour We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and designing employee experiences that contribute to your growth as much as you do to ours. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive of all individuals. We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure they have equal access to employment opportunities. Job Summary 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. 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. Below are brief descriptions of various jobs of a Production Associate on any given shift. El asociado de producción de RWB Thrift es responsable de realizar una variedad de tareas y procesos dentro de las operaciones de la trastienda. Este puesto requiere atención a los detalles, resistencia física y la capacidad de prosperar en un entorno acelerado. Los asociados de producción pueden ser asignados a diversas funciones dentro de la trastienda. Una persona de alto desempeño está ansiosa por mejorar y ampliar sus habilidades, lo que le permite desempeñarse bien en múltiples áreas de la trastienda según lo dicten las necesidades comerciales. A continuación, se incluyen breves descripciones de diferentes tareas de un asociado de producción en un turno determinado. Hanger: Hangers play a critical role in ensuring that products destined for the sales floor are properly hung and placed on the appropriate rack. Hangers must be detail oriented, paying attention to color order, sleeve length, and garment type. Tagger: Taggers are responsible for accurately affixing price tags to products in accordance with company standards and entering prices into the pricing machine. Working side‑by‑side with the Pricer, the tagger is expected to learn how to price items for the Sales Floor. Pricer Support: Pricer Support personnel work closely with Pricers and are required to learn pricing tasks to provide coverage during the Pricer’s absence. Tallyer & Sensor Support: Tallyers are primarily responsible for meticulously counting items intended for the sales floor in adherence to company standards. Beyond counting, Tallyers also attach sensors to products that require them, paying attention to sensor placement and understanding different fabric types. Their attention to detail and accuracy ensures our inventory is precisely tracked and our products are properly prepared for the sales floor. Runner: Runners promptly deliver priced merchandise to its designated location on the sales floor while maintaining organization and color order. They monitor the condition of the sales floor, addressing any safety concerns, and informing management if any area becomes overfilled, making it difficult for customers to shop. While maintaining the sales floor, they should be prepared to assist customers as needed. Key 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. Qualifications Previous thrift, retail, warehouse, or back‑of‑house experience is preferred, but not required. High school diploma or GED preferred. Physical Requirements Ability to safely perform job functions in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other standards. Physical Strength: 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: Skilled in performing repetitive motions such as extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction and working primarily with fingers. Fine Motor Skills: Capable of 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 and maintaining balance when performing agile tasks. Visual Acuity: Possesses clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more. Work Environment Atmosphere: Dynamic and consistently busy; ability to thrive in fast‑paced environment is essential. Noise Level: Noisy due to bustling activity; ability to work effectively in a noisy environment required. Lighting: Bright lighting throughout front and back; ability to function in bright environment required. Interactions with Others: Regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers; effective communication and interpersonal skills required. Flexibility: High degree of flexibility; may need to switch tasks or departments based on operational needs and work in all areas as assigned. Language Requirements Employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English. However, may need to communicate with English‑speaking customers, donors, colleagues, and supervisors. Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English may be necessary. La compañía es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, religión, género, identidad o expresión de género, orientación sexual, nacionalidad, genética, discapacidad, edad o condición de veterano de guerra. Estamos comprometidos a sumar nuevas perspectivas al equipo y diseñar experiencias de los empleados que contribuyan a su crecimiento tanto como usted contribuye al nuestro. Valoramos la diversidad y la inclusión, y nos comprometemos a crear un entorno de trabajo que sea cordial, respetuoso y que apoye a todas las personas. Alentamos a las personas cualificadas con discapacidades a postularse y proporcionaremos adaptaciones razonables para garantizar que tengan igualdad de acceso a las oportunidades de empleo. #J-18808-Ljbffr Red White & Blue Thrift