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Housing Works

Sorter

Long Island City, NY · On-site

$18/hr

The Sorter & Processer is part of the Processing & Distribution Center team of Housing Works Thrift ... Identify and distribute incoming donations for processing and curation including In-Kind and ...

ARC THRIFT STORES

Sorter/Separator

Littleton, CO · On-site

$18/hr

Job Title Sorter Sep-24 FLSA Status - Non Exempt Summary Sorts incoming merchandise into specified ... from donations. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly standing ...

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How much do donations sorter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for donations sorter in the United States is $14.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a donations sorter?

Donations Sorters are individuals who work for charities, thrift stores, or non-profit organizations to receive, inspect, and categorize donated items. Their main responsibilities include sorting through donations such as clothing, household goods, and other materials to assess their quality and suitability for resale or redistribution. They help ensure that only clean, safe, and usable items are made available to the public or those in need. Donations Sorters also help organize storage spaces and may assist with pricing or preparing items for display. This role is essential for maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of donation-based operations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a donations sorter?

To thrive as a Donations Sorter, you need attention to detail, basic organizational skills, and the ability to perform repetitive physical tasks, often with minimal formal education required. Familiarity with inventory tracking systems or point-of-sale software is helpful, along with adherence to safety and quality guidelines. Reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude are essential soft skills for managing high volumes of donations and working effectively with others. These skills ensure efficient sorting, quality control, and smooth operations, which are critical for supporting the mission of donation-based organizations.

What challenges do donations sorters face and how can they be managed?

Donations Sorters often encounter the challenge of efficiently handling large volumes of varied items, some of which may be unsorted or in poor condition. Staying organized and collaborating closely with team members helps ensure items are appropriately categorized, processed, and prepared for distribution or sale. Developing a keen eye for quality and learning the organization’s sorting guidelines can make the process smoother. Regular communication with supervisors and volunteering to assist in process improvements are great ways to handle these challenges and stand out in the role.

What is the difference between Donations Sorter vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectDonations SorterWarehouse Associate
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; physical abilityHigh school diploma or equivalent; physical ability
Work EnvironmentSorting donations in donation centers or thrift storesHandling inventory in warehouses or distribution centers
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofit organizations, thrift storesRetail, logistics, manufacturing
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Donations Sorters and Warehouse Associates both require physical stamina and similar credentials. Donations Sorters focus on organizing and processing donated items in nonprofit settings, while Warehouse Associates handle inventory in larger distribution environments. Both roles are essential in their industries but differ mainly in work setting and specific duties.

How to become a donations sorter?

To become a donations sorter, typically you need a high school diploma or equivalent and good organizational skills. Experience with sorting, inventory, or warehouse work can be helpful, and some positions may require physical stamina and the ability to operate basic equipment like carts or sorting tables.
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ARC Sorter/Processor

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Camp Hill, PA • On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

599th of 785 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers make a difference in people's lives. Through the collection and resale of gently used goods we are able to provide the financial support to assist men and women with a variety of social and spiritual afflictions. The in-residence rehabilitation program focuses on basic necessities with every man or woman being provided a clean and healthy living environment, good food, work therapy, leisure time activities, group and individual counseling, and spiritual direction. All our effort is focused on developing life skills and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. More than just a job, each member of the team contributes to recycling goods that literally recycle and repair broken lives.

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Sorter/Processor to perform a variety of functions in order to assist in the operation of the sorting room or production area of a Production Store. 

Responsibilities
  • Assist as required with sorting room operation.
  • Cross train in all sorting room functions under the guidance of the Sorting Room Supervisor.
  • Assist in cleaning and general maintenance of sorting room area.
  • Maintain a clean and clutter free work area.
  • Responsible for baling as needed.
  • This position will support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing to beneficiaries; an example of professional conduct, work habits, and supervision (as directed by Supervisor).
  • Other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.

Sorter

 

  • Process and sort donations by inspecting and separating saleable from unsaleable items.
  • Deliver a minimum of 300 store quality garments per hour.
  • Categorize and box seasonal clothing, bric, and shoes.

 

Hanger/Tagger

 

  • Process, hang, and tag all sorted merchandise.
  • Deliver a minimum of 225 hung garments per hour.
  • Ensure clothes are hung according to policy and on proper hanger.
  • Ensure that tag is properly placed on garment according to Salvation Army policy

 

Pricer

  • Process and price all sorted merchandise.
  • Deliver a minimum of 225 priced garments per hour.
  • Ensure that quality, name brand, condition, etc., are considered to determine price of garment.

Bric a Brac

 

  • Sort and clean all saleable miscellaneous merchandise donations daily.
  • Ticket all merchandise and assign an individual fair market price for each item.
  • Place and maintain all merchandise in the required order and manner.
  • Rag out merchandise in accordance with the Territorial ARC Rag Out Calendar.

Shoes/Accessories

  • Sort and clean all saleable shoes, handbags and accessory donations daily.
  • Ticket all merchandise and assign an individual fair market price for each item.
  • Process to the store a minimum of 25 pieces/sets per hour maintaining all merchandise in the required order and manner.
  • Rag out merchandise in accordance with the Territorial ARC Rag Out Calendar.

Domestics

 

  • Sort and measure all saleable linen items daily as required
  • Ticket all merchandise and assign an individual fair market price for each item.
  • Process to the store a minimum of 25 pieces/sets per hour maintaining all merchandise in the required order and manner.
  • Rag out merchandise in accordance with the Territorial ARC Rag Out Calendar.

Books/Records/Toys

 

  • Sort and clean all saleable merchandise daily as required.
  • Ticket all merchandise and assign an individual fair market price for each item in accordance with established policies.
  • Place and maintain all merchandise in the required order and manner.
  • Rag out merchandise in accordance with the Territorial Rag Out Calendar.

Furniture/Electrical

 

  • Sort, clean and test all electrical and furniture donations as required.
  • Ticket all electrical merchandise using "sold as is" tickets and assign an individual fair market price for each item.
  • Complete furniture tickets and record required information assigning a fair market price for each furniture item.
  • Place and maintain all merchandise in the required order and manner.
  • Mark down furniture items on sales floor in accordance with policy.

Rag out merchandise in accordance with the Territorial ARC Rag Out Calendar.

Qualifications
  • Processing experience preferred.
  • Have a working knowledge of clothing quality and price.
  • Ability to stand for long periods.
  • Can lift 50 pounds.

 

Employment Type: PART_TIME

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The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Industry

Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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