Store Associate

Store Associate Duties and Responsibilities    

1. Handle cash and credit sales, and close out till at the end of the day as needed

2. Process, price and shelve incoming products 

3. Assist in cleaning and maintenance of the store 

4. Maintain shelf organization & stocking 

5. Run the register, make sales, answer customers' questions, and channel customer     complaints to proper avenues. 

6. Receive donations.

7. Proactively communicate with management, staff, & volunteers

8. Provide a safe and welcoming retail environment to customers of all     abilities/experience

9. Positive attitude and strong work ethic

10. Professional, customer-friendly demeanor and appearance

11. Willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends

12. Previous production and/or inventory processing experience preferred

13. Responsible for ensuring excellent customer service to shoppers, donors and co-    workers.

14. Work as part of a team.

15. Be available to work in the store, merchandise prep area, cashier, and donations     areas.

16. If designated, maintain accurate records or voucher usage.

17. If designated, maintain accurate records of various recycling efforts and support     the current recycling program.

18. Personally be responsible for punching in and out on time.

Qualifications

1. Ability to work with individuals whose background may be considerably     different from their own background. 

2. Must successfully pass a Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) background     check with no recorded convictions or security problems.

3. Experience with customer service and interacting with the public.

Working conditions

Needs to work days and weekends, shift work, working outdoors, working with challenging clients, and so forth.  Hours range from 15-20 hours/week and include Saturdays.

Physical requirements

1. Requires ability to utilize hand trucks, pallet jacks, furniture dollies, and other equipment for moving heavy items.

2. Must be able to stand, twist, bend and reach for a minimum of two hours and up to seven hours at a time.

3. Must be able to lift 35 pounds without assistance.

4. Consult with the store manager if accommodations are needed for work tasks assigned.
   
   
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