Thrift Store Associate

Job Summary

Our associates at Red, White, and Blue Thrift perform a range of tasks and processes essential to our retail operations. These positions require attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. The roles are full‑time, and medical benefits become available after 90 days of employment.

Our Facilities Associates may be assigned to the following tasks:

• Unloading and loading trailers
• Operating a trash compactor
• Operating a baling machine
• Janitorial duties

The Facilities Associate position is labor intensive.

Our Production Associates may be assigned to the following tasks:

• Pre‑sorting donations
• Sorting
• Pricing
• Hanging
• Tagging
• Attaching sensors
• Distributing merchandise to the floor

Our Sales Floor Associates may be assigned to the following roles:

• Cashier
• Sales Floor
• Donation Center Attendant

• Box Truck Driver
• Dispatcher
• Supervisor

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous thrift, retail, warehouse, back of house, or customer‑facing experience is preferred, but not required

• Ability to safely and effectively perform essential job functions in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting both qualitative and quantitative productivity requirements.
• Physical strength: must occasionally lift and carry up to 70 lbs, frequently exert up to 25 lbs of force, and constantly apply negligible force when handling objects.
• Endurance: able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills: proficient in performing repetitive motions, using hand and fingers.
• Balance and agility: capable of maintaining body equilibrium on narrow, slippery or erratic surfaces.
• Visual acuity: possesses clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

• Atmosphere: dynamic and consistently busy; must thrive in fast‑paced environment.
• Noise level: noisy due to bustling activity on the sales floor and production area; ability to work effectively in such environment is required.
• Lighting: bright lighting throughout front and back of store; must work effectively.
• Interactions with others: regular interactions with customers, donors, coworkers; requires effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility: high degree of flexibility; may be assigned tasks or departments; must work in all areas as assigned.

• Employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English, but may need to understand and communicate verbally and in writing in English for instructions and interactions.

• Dependability: regular and punctual attendance; reliable and dependable.
• Integrity: ethical and honest behavior; responsible for actions.
• Humility: recognize own limitations, open to learning, treat everyone with respect.
• Adaptability: embrace change and adjust behavior to achieve objectives.
• Attention to detail: observe details, catch and rectify small mistakes; deliver high‑quality, accurate work.
• Inclusion: participate in inclusive environment; respect diversity.
• Team player: prioritize collective success over personal achievements.
• Informal communication: convey information clearly and articulately in casual situations.
• Resilience: recover from mistakes and adjust easily to change; sustain efforts despite difficulties.
• Professionalism: conduct consistent with organizational values, policies, standards; communicate effectively and collaborate with stakeholders in a courteous manner.

M&M Management is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and designing employee experiences that contribute to your growth as much as you do to ours. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive of all individuals.

We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that they have equal access to employment opportunities.