Position Summary: 

The Thrift Processing Associate is responsible for supporting the day-to-day back-end operations of the St. Vincent Center, including donation intake, sorting, processing, pricing, and preparing merchandise for the retail sales floor. This role supports efficient and organized production processes that contribute to revenue generation, volunteer engagement, and the mission of Catholic Charities to bring hope to life. The Thrift Processing Associate works collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community workers to maintain a safe, productive, and organized work environment while supporting daily production goals and maintaining a consistent flow of quality merchandise to the sales floor.



Schedule: Part-time position, 28 hours per week which may be scheduled anytime during open hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00am- 7:00pm. 

Responsibilities:

Donation intake and processing

• Greet and assist donors in a friendly, respectful, and professional manner


• Assist with donation receiving, unloading, and donor support as needed


• Sort, inspect, process, and prepare donated merchandise for the sales floor


• Assist with pricing merchandise according to store guidelines and quality standards


• Maintain efficient product flow from donation intake to the retail floor


• Support daily production and processing goals to ensure operational efficiency


• Identify damaged, unsafe, or unsellable items and follow proper disposal procedures

Organization and production support

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workstations and processing areas


• Assist with moving merchandise, racks, bins, and materials throughout the production area


• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to minimize processing backlog and maintain workflow efficiency


• Assist with maintaining organized storage and processing areas


• Follow safety procedures and proper lifting techniques

Teamwork and communication

• Work collaboratively with supervisors, coworkers, volunteers, and community workers


• Communicate respectfully and effectively using clear verbal communication


• Follow directions from supervisors and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner


• Contribute to a healthy and respectful team environment


• Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and reliability in daily responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned

• Represent Catholic Charities in a professional and mission-centered manner


• Participate in trainings and staff meetings as assigned


• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of St. Vincent Center