Grader - Bed & Bath | Augusta

What's In It For You! Employee discounts Need flexible part time hours? We've got'em! Growth opportunities Help others through our charity partners Save the environment So much more! Why We Will Love You Attention to detail - you've got an eye for it! You are eager to sort through donations searching for treasures You are neat and organized You are a team player ready to work with a diverse group of co-workers You love getting a lot done every day You are at least 18 and ready to join our processing team What Does a Processing Team Member Do Anyway?

Sort donated items and identify great finds Help identify recyclable items. Even if we can't sell it, we keep it out of the landfill Get those great finds sales floor ready Load and unload carts to get merchandise out safely and efficiently Teamwork Makes The Dream Work Our processing team works together to take great care of items provided by our donors and provide excellent treasures for our customers.

Whether we are hanging the perfect jeans (thrifting one pair of jeans saves the world 1,800 gallons of water ya know!) or separating out recyclable materials, we combine our passion for customers and community service. Why You Will Love Us: Our Mission, Vision and Values Mission To Give Back! By... Positively impacting the environment and the communities we serve Providing values that meet our customer's needs and wants Reducing millions of pounds of waste each year Supporting local charities Creating jobs Vision To be the Thrift Brand of Choice in the Southeast and online by offering The Best in value, variety & selection, and convenience for our customers and donors.

Values Real: I am genuine and approachable. What you see if what you get. Heart: I care. I listen with kindness and act with courage. Own: I take initiative, ask for help and follow through. Solve: I dig in, fix what matters, and move things forward. Grow: I meet challenges with optimism knowing I will win or learn. Position Title: Grader

• Bed & Bath Reports To: Supervisor
• Processing Department: Processing FLSA Status: Nonexempt POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Graders. In this role, you will play a vital part in preparing items for the sales floor by upholding quality standards and careful inspection of a variety of items to assign price values for these items based on company guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Inspect clothing, shoes, and household items for stains, tears, odors, and other defects. Categorize items based on quality standards, including sellable, non-sellable, and recyclable. Handle seasonal and specialty items per guidelines. Ensure items meet quality and condition requirements for customer satisfaction. Ensure items are accurately graded and priced within the established time standard while focusing on quality and condition.

Participate in team training to stay updated on quality standards and seasonal guidelines. Rotate positions regularly to prevent repetitive motion injuries. Be flexible to assist with other tasks or workstations as needed. Uphold the organization's commitment to safety and quality in all tasks. Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 18 years of age. Consistent and reliable. Strong attention to detail. The ability to work efficiently to meet production targets. Operate in a fast-paced environment that requires standing, bending, and lifting throughout the shift. Handle merchandise bags weighing up to 50 pounds. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Ability to stand, walk, and meet other job-related demands for extended periods. Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided. Successful completion of a background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to stand and remain on feet for extended periods throughout the work shift.

Ability to walk, bend, stoop, crouch, squat, twist, turn, and reach as needed to inspect, sort, and process merchandise. Must be able to use hands and fingers to grasp, handle, sort, inspect, and manipulate merchandise throughout the shift. Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, arm, and upper-body movements associated with grading, sorting, and processing merchandise.

Must be able to reach at, above, and below shoulder level when handling and inspecting merchandise. Ability to visually inspect merchandise for stains, tears, damage, wear, and other quality or condition concerns. Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and handle merchandise, bags, containers, and other materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Ability to safely handle merchandise of varying sizes, shapes, weights, and conditions. Ability to use the sense of smell to identify odors or other conditions that may affect merchandise quality. Must be able to communicate effectively with team members and leadership and hear instructions and safety-related information in an active production environment.

Ability to maintain the physical pace and repetitive activity necessary to meet established production and quality standards. Must be able to work in an indoor production/warehouse environment that may include exposure to dust, dirt, odors, varying temperatures, and donated merchandise in various conditions. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety procedures.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. WHY AMERICA’S THRIFT Founded in 1984, America’s Thrift is more than a retail company — we are a team driven by purpose, community impact, and opportunity. With stores across the South, we create a unique shopping experience by refreshing our sales floors daily with thousands of new items, making it truly feel like “a new store every day.

” Our commitment to organization, affordability, and customer service allows shoppers to discover incredible finds while saving up to 70% off traditional retail prices. At America’s Thrift, we believe in giving back. Through partnerships with local charities, we help support children facing serious illnesses and individuals impacted by substance abuse recovery.

Every donation and purchase contributes to making a positive difference in the communities we serve. We are proud to employ more than 1,500 team members, support local economies, and help keep millions of pounds of reusable goods out of landfills each year. Joining our team means becoming part of a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where hard work, teamwork, and customer focus are valued every day.

BENEFITS

On-demand pay Flexible scheduling options Monday–Friday day shift schedules Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members Employee discounts Paid time off Career growth and advancement opportunities So much more!! We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.