Non-Profit Thrift Backroom Production Associate [Pt/Ft]

At Bella's Voice, we’re more than just a thrift store – we’re a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting animal welfare through every item sold. As a Backroom Production Associate, you’ll play a vital role in donation processing, quality control, and preparing new items for the sales floor. This dynamic position is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and working behind the scenes to support our mission.

Are you enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about making a difference? We are looking for hardworking and detail-oriented team members to help support our mission. The ideal candidate is punctual, self-sufficient, and thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. We’re seeking someone who is available to work weekends and has the flexibility to work mornings and afternoons. If you enjoy organizing and merchandising and want to contribute to a great cause, we’d love to hear from you!

Please take a moment to review our mission & story at www.BellasVoice.org

Key Responsibilities

Donation Management

• Assist donors with unloading donations while providing friendly and polite service
• Monitor items against the store's "Do Not Accept" list, politely declining unacceptable items
• Perform preliminary sorting and categorization of donated items for further processing

Sorting & Processing

• Sort donated items into categories (e.g., clothing, housewares, electronics) following quality standards
• Discard or redirect items that are broken, unsellable, or on the "Do Not Sell" list
• Conduct detailed inspections to ensure items meet quality criteria for resale

Clothing Hanging & Tagging

• Sort clothing and accessories into categories, ensuring items are clean and undamaged
• Neatly hang and tag items according to store guidelines, preparing them for the sales floor
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to promote efficiency

Running & Organizing

• Transport newly processed items to their designated sections on the sales floor
• Organize and stock items to ensure an appealing, shopper-friendly display
• Reorganize misplaced items and communicate floor needs (e.g., overly stocked sections) to supervisors

Team Collaboration

• Provide backup support to other backroom staff during busy periods
• Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace throughout the store

Job Qualifications

• Ability to stand, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Comfort working in both indoor and outdoor environments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in sorting, tagging, pricing, and organizing items
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for donor interactions and teamwork
• Physical ability to lift and move items up to 40 lbs
• A commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient workspace

Job Specifications

Job Type: 

• Part-time roles available (16 - 30 hours per week)
• Full-time roles available (30 - 40 hours per week)

Schedule: 

• 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, 8:45 am - 5:15 pm
• Weekends
• Weekdays

Pay:

• $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Comprehensive dental, vision, and health insurance (for full-time roles)
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• 20% employee discount at Bella’s Voice stores

Help us make a difference for animals and the community—apply today!

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