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Donation Processor/Receiver - 60th St 9 am to 5 pm Part Time

Mel Trotter Mission Thrift LLC, Grand Rapids, MI, United States


Essential Functions of the Job1. Is able to perform, daily, any of the required job duties within the processing team and department. Thisincludes all requirements related to accepting donations, presorting and pricing merchandise.2. As needed, welcome donors in a timely manner in a way that they feel confident that Mel Trotterappreciates them and understands their value.3. As needed, handle the receiving and donation process with the utmost respect and care including, greetingthe donor, assisting in unloading donations, telling the Mel Trotter story, repeating details back to the donorand issuing a receipt.4. Have a positive and energetic attitude that contributes to the mission of revealing Christ to others includingdonors and other team members.5. Help maintain clean and well organized reception, presort and processing areas.6. Maintain a clean and well organized personal processing station.7. Adhere to, daily, all employee policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Policy and Proceduresmanual and the Mel Trotter Mission Statement.8. Ability to recognize quality merchandise and effectively seek guidance on pricing from the ProcessingManager.9. Effectively and thoroughly research merchandise as necessary in order to get the most value for ourdonations.10. Work with and effectively communicate with the Processing Manager, other processing employees anddonors on a daily basis.11. Daily serve with fellow employees so that there is a healthy and productive work environment.12. Achieve daily and weekly production goals set by the manager. This includes hitting the overall companygoal of 35 pieces produced per hour.13. Ability to produce quick and accurate work in a face-paced environment.14. Understand and comply with the policies and procedures related to donated items, including prohibited itemsand pricing guides.15. Effectively use the donation receiving script to communicate appreciation, the Mel Trotter Story, and Cornerof Your Field to donors.16. All opening and closing procedures of the store should be performed in compliance to the companyoperations procedures.Spiritual GuidelinesMel Trotter Team Members at all levels believe the following:1. We believe in the Holy Trinity- God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.2. We believe that God the Father sent His Son, Jesus, to die for us as the ultimate sacrifice.3. We believe in Jesus for the forgiveness of our sins.4. We believe that the Bible is Gods true Word.Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities1. Must be a people person with a pleasant and willing attitude and have a servants heart.2. Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) with an excellent command of the English language.3. Ability to write in legible, clear handwriting.4. Must have a commitment to Mel Trotter mission and mission statement.5. Must be detail-oriented and have solid organizational skills.6. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.7. Must be a problem solver, be able to work with a minimum of supervision and take initiative.8. Excellent time management skills.9. Must become proficient in production so as to meet established goals within the first 90 days.10. Computer skills to include general typing skills and web browsing capabilities.11. Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions and goals provided in written or oral form.Education & ExperienceHigh School diploma or GED, preferred.Essential Physical RequirementsStand up to 100% of a standard work day.Walk up to 75% of a standard work day.Sit less than 50% of a standard work day.Use hands to perform required duties up to 100% of a standard work day.Lifting and Bending up to 75% of a standard work day.Talk or hear As needed throughout a standard work day.VISION REQUIREMENTSClose vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixedon a given point).Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).Ability to adjust focus (adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).Moderate to heavy physical activity. Depending on location, this position may require frequent strenuous activity.Ability to lift at least 50 pounds is essential for job performance. Use hands to lift, sort, clean, organize throughout astandard work day. Depending on location, this position may work in a warehouse setting with outdoor exposurethroughout the workday.Work Schedule and Required HoursPart time to full time, Monday through Saturday, up to a maximum of 40 hours per week.Attendance at specific meetings, off-site events or training, as required.I have read and fully understand the job requirements that are indicated in every section of thisjob description. I also understand that if I am not able to fulfill these requirements, it will lead tocoaching opportunities and/or termination.
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