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Production Manager | Sherlake Location

Knox Area Rescue Ministries, Knoxville, TN, United States


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Production Manager | Sherlake Location
Full Time Hourly Knoxville, TN, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 4341

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly

Join a Mission That Changes Lives — Including Yours

At KARM Stores, our production teams turn donations into opportunity. The Production Manager leads the back-of-house operation to ensure donations are processed efficiently, accurately, and safely—so the sales floor is stocked, customers are served well, and our mission is funded.

Role Snapshot: Hands‑on leader responsible for daily production execution. team coaching, and operational standards from donation intake through processing, pricing, and flow to the sales floor.

Why Work at KARM Stores?

Every Sunday Off — Guaranteed

Competitive pay based on location and experience

25% Employee Discount

90-Day Performance Review Eligibility

Performance-Based Increases

Paid Time Off & Benefits Eligibility (Full‑Time)

Position Type
Full‑Time Hourly

Key Responsibilities

Set & communicate daily/weekly production goals and priorities to the team

Monitor progress in real time and adjust workflow & staffing to maintain pace.

Review store dashboards/production metrics & communicate expectations and results team members.

Ensure smooth flow from donation intake to processing, pricing, and sales floor readiness.

Team Leadership & Accountability

Coach, train, & provide regular feedback to team members; document performance as needed.

Maintain a positive, respectful, mission‑driven work culture aligned to KARM values

Address performance issues promptly in partnership with store leadership/HR policy.

Support hiring, onboarding, cross‑training, and scheduling to meet production needs.

Operational Oversight

Ensure required paperwork (production logs, labor tracking, daily reports) is accurate and submitted on time.

Build and manage team schedules based on donation volume, store needs, and staffing levels.

Maintain strong inventory control in processing areas; ensure appropriate sorting, accuracy, and staging.

Identify barriers to production flow and implement solutions to improve efficiency and quality.

Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas; reinforce safety expectations and proper equipment use.

What Success Looks Like
You will thrive in this role if you:

Enjoy hands‑on, physical work

Like measurable goals & hitting production targets

Can stay focused in a fast‑paced environment

Work well leading a team

Take pride in quality & consistency

Qualifications
Required
High school diploma or equivalent.

1–3+ years of experience in retail, production, warehouse, or operations leadership (or equivalent).

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Ability to track metrics, follow processes, and ensure accuracy/quality.

Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred
Experience in thrift/retail production, inventory flow, pricing, or warehouse processing.

Experience scheduling teams and managing daily production goals.

Familiarity with POS or basic computer systems (Google Workspace a plus).

Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and moving items throughout the shift.

Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.

Works in a production/warehouse environment with varying temperatures and donation volumes.

Faith-Based Statement
KARM Stores is a faith‑based, mission‑driven organization and an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available as required by law.

Additional Information
KARM Stores participates in E‑Verify and confirms employment eligibility through Form I‑9 documentation.

We are proud to be a second‑chance employer. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants. Background checks are conducted in accordance with applicable law.

KARM Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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