Team Lead - Production | Downtown West in Knoxville, Tennessee at KARM Stores

Every Sunday Off!! *Benefits & PTO * Employee Discount * Performance Based Increases * Referral Bonuses * Bonus & Rewards * Career Growth Opportunities

MUST be 18 or older. Heavy lifting is frequent. Department hours are 9a - 6p, some Saturdays required.

Why Work at KARM Stores?

At KARM Stores, every role supports a greater mission. Our work helps fund the life-changing ministries of Knox Area Rescue Ministries, and we are proud to serve our community through both excellence and purpose.

What We Offer

• Every Sunday off
• Benefits and paid time off
• 25% employee discount
• Eligibility for a 90-day raise
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus and rewards opportunities
• Career growth opportunities

What Youll Do

• Support the daily operations of the processing department
• Perform and oversee duties related to accepting donations, presorting, processing, and pricing merchandise
• Help ensure quick, accurate, and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment
• Encourage and motivate team members to meet daily and weekly production goals
• Work alongside the Processing Manager to address department needs and solve operational issues
• Assist with delegating tasks and responsibilities to team members
• Help lead the department when the Processing Manager is not on shift
• Model and reinforce KARM Stores mission, values, and culture with the team
• Support a work environment that reflects our core values of being trustworthy, team-minded, and teachable
• Perform other duties as assigned to support store and department success

What Were Looking For

• Leadership experience in retail, production, warehouse, thrift, or a related environment preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting with a strong sense of urgency
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and support others in doing the same
• Basic computer and web navigation skills
• Clear and legible handwriting
• Commitment to KARM Stores mission and values
• Ability to stay organized, manage priorities, and support team productivity

Physical Requirements

• Stand for up to 100% of the workday
• Lift, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift
• Perform moderate to heavy physical activity on a regular basis
• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed
• Work in an active processing environment with frequent movement and strenuous activity