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Sorting Room Worker

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$11/hr

Selects items suitable for store display and distributes same to appropriate area for further sorting and/or pricing; discards items in accordance with established procedures. * Tags items with ...

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Sorting Room Worker

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$11/hr

Selects items suitable for store display and distributes same to appropriate area for further sorting and/or pricing; discards items in accordance with established procedures. * Tags items with ...

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Recycling Sorter

Morrisville, NC

$14/hr

Sorter Job Summary The Sorter is responsible for properly identifying, placing, and sorting materials on the conveyor line while maintaining a safe and clean work environment. Essential Duties and ...

DHI Mortgage

Administrative Assistant-FS

Durham, NC · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Responsible for sorting departmental mail * Responsible for ordering departmental office supplies * May be responsible for reception and telephone duties * May be required to make meeting and travel ...

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Sorting Room Worker

Raleigh, NC • On-site

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory
Non-Profits • 5 - 10K employees

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

597th of 783 rated non-profit organizations

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$11/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Location: 205 Tryon Rd.
Position Type: Full-time
Compensation: $11.00/hour, plus benefits
About this opportunity:
Receives, sorts, prices, and prepares donated items for display in the store; determines suitability and pricing of items based on established standards; assists in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the storage and sorting area. Assists customers in donating, locating and/or selecting store items; stocks and arranges store items in a neat and orderly manner; monitors the store displays and performs various cleaning activities to ensure the store is properly maintained.
Key responsibilities:
  • Receives, inspects and sorts donated items such as clothes, shoes, household items, bric-a-brack, etc. according to the category and condition.
  • Selects items suitable for store display and distributes same to appropriate area for further sorting and/or pricing; discards items in accordance with established procedures.
  • Tags items with specially coded tickets and/or prices in accordance with established procedures.
  • Hangs clothes on hangers and places same on clothes racks.
  • Packs items in boxes and marks boxes accordingly, assists in transporting boxes to appropriate storage area.
  • Prepares non-suitable clothes for the bailer/rag truck.
  • Lifts and carries items to the appropriate destination for further processing, storage or displaying in store.
  • Maintains storage area in a neat and orderly manner; cleans floors, tables, and work areas.
  • Assists customers by explaining store policy and responding to questions regarding the pricing and/or purchasing of items; ensures that all customers visiting the store have a pleasant experience.
  • Assists customers who are donating items to The Salvation Army; directs customers to the proper loading/unloading area, may assist with hauling donations to the storage area; prepares and provides tax receipts as needed.
  • Places and arranges items in the store as directed; checks all store displays to ensure that items are maintained and displayed in a neat and orderly manner; rotates and/or rearranges stock as directed; returns items to the proper location after customer's have handled.

What we are looking for in you:
  • No formal education or experience required. Knowledge of the principles and practices of social service case management.

Ability to sort items in accordance with established categories.
  • Ability to determine the condition of items in accordance with established standards.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
  • Ability to maintain the store displays in a neat and orderly manner.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Ability to meet attendance requirements.
  • Ability to communicate the English language.
  • Physical ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull light objects (less than 25 lbs.).
  • Moderate mobility: duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis. Distance of travel is usually within the same building.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a warehouse environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.
Employee Benefits
  • Generous Health and life insurance available after 90 days.
  • Generous PTO and Paid Holiday policy
  • Retirement plan matching contributions available after one year of employment.

Why work for us?
The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army strives to do the "Most Good" for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.
Five values at the heart of everything we do...We are...
  • Passionate
  • Compassionate
  • Uplifting
  • Brave
  • Trustworthy

Additional Information:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
To apply, click on the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this posting.
Application Submittal Period: 6/6/25 - 6/13/25
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.
We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!
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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.

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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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