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Assistant Processing Manager | Seymour Location


Company : KARM Stores


Location : Knoxville, TN


Created : 2026-04-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

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 opportunitiesA high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.Position SummaryKARM Stores is seeking an Assistant Processing Manager for our Seymour location. This role helps lead the processing department by supporting daily operations, driving productivity, maintaining quality standards, and helping develop a strong, mission-minded team. The Assistant Processing Manager works closely with the Processing Manager to ensure donations are efficiently accepted, sorted, processed, and priced in a fast-paced retail environment.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading people, staying organized, working hands-on with a team, and helping create an efficient and positive work environment.What You'll 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 successWhat We're 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 xijylhu skills   Clear and legible handwriting   Commitment to KARM Stores' mission and values   Ability to stay organized, manage priorities, and support team productivityPhysical 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 activityAdditional InformationKARM Stores is a Christ-centered organization committed to serving the community with dignity, integrity, compassion, and excellence.Compensation details: 16-18 Hourly WagePIab5c1d8fb8