Renew Recycling Sorter Associate- Irvington NY

EILEEN FISHER Renew is the embodiment of EILEEN FISHER's commitment to circularity and a future without waste. As an evolving and innovative take-back and reuse program, Renew collects worn or torn EILEEN FISHER garments from our customers to ensure that nothing we create goes to landfill. We ask for our clothes back because we believe that their value doesn't end with their first wear. We start by designing our EILEEN FISHER product with high quality, healthy materials and ­timeless designs that'll stay in your closet longer. When you're done with them, Renew fosters innovation so when our clothes can't be reworn or renewed, they can be remade to start their journey all over again.

Values Statement:

As a founder led Company, our values are deeply embedded in and shape our culture. Our values are a shared responsibility embodied in every position, and are intended to be woven into all that we do; how we approach our work and how we interact with one another. Our values support our commitment to Diversity, Equity + Inclusion, and our commitment to Sustainability guides us to protect our limited natural resources, fight climate change, support human rights and social impact, and inspire the fashion industry to embrace circularity.

• We are authentic
• We thrive in connection
• We trust each other
• We innovate through creativity
• We are committed to the health of the whole
• We are united by purpose

Position Summary:

**This is a temporary role**

EILEEN FISHER Renew is currently seeking a full- time Sorter Associate to support quality assurance check of clothing and to assist in recycling center inventory organization.

**Stockroom or back of house experience in apparel is a plus**

Schedule: Mon- Fri; 9- 5PM

Duties & Responsibilities:

Process

• Perform quality assurance and categorize incoming EILEEN FISHER garment donations
• Sort garments into classifications, fabric content & on-site laundry or dry-clean
• Sorting garments to be put away in backstock

Organization

• Maintain organization of sorted categories
• Maximize efficiency and space

Other

• Communicate special areas in stockroom for ongoing work in progress to maximize available product/space and convenience
• Partner with team to manage incoming and outgoing product 
• Pick product from best quality to other product categories in designated areas
• Put away by category, fabrication, color, size to make process easier for all

Required Experience

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs
• Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work both independently and with a team
• Must be able to work flexibly and navigate ambiguity, as job processes can change quickly
• Attention to detail and organizational skills also a must
• Knowledge of EILEEN FISHER clothing and fabrics a plus
• Interest in sustainability and circular design economy

PERFORMS OTHER RELATED DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS AS REQUIRED

Pay rate is $16.00- $17.00/hr.

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