SUMMARY

Handle donated items and add value to product by improving the quality and presentation of merchandise. Prepare items for re-sale and pull rag out for other purposes. Assure smooth flow of merchandise through store and efficient use of resources

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

       Production

• Unload carts, bags and boxes of donated items with care and caution
• Prepare items for re-sale by inspecting, sorting sellable and non-sellable items, and hanging clothing as needed
• Inspect, sort and prepare for display shoes, boots, apparel and accessories
• Run racks of merchandise to floor as needed
• Fill floor racks and remove rag out
• Pull rag out to designated areas
• Merchandise product in displays as directed by Store Manager/Assistant Manager
• Keep production area organized and clean to improve safety

      Additional responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with VOA Michigan policies and procedures
• Ensure that all duties are carried out in a timely and orderly fashion so that VOA Michigan functions in the most efficient manner possible
• Other duties as assigned 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to closely inspect and make appropriate decisions on the value of product
• Knowledge of variation in quality and value amongst apparel, accessories, and shoe brands
• General skills to keep work area clean and organized
• Ability to freely access all areas of store including selling floor and stock area
• Ability to move or handle merchandise throughout the store
• Ability to understand and follow simple directions

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, stand lift at least 25 pounds, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, carry, walk, and hear. The vision requirement includes close and distant vision.

Environmental Working Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To request reasonable accommodations, contact HR@voami.org.

Works primarily inside, may be subject to seasonal elements. Works closely with Store Manager and Assistant Manager. May interact with a diverse public. May be subjected to interruptions throughout the day. May be subject to hostile and/or emotionally upset public.

The agency may in its sole discretion fill this position on a full-time, part-time, or contractual basis with the individual best fit to perform the duties of the job. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the title. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Employees in this title are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment requirements including but not limited to a background check, drug screen and a pre-employment physical. 

VOAMI is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion for both our employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.