Recycler

About Talize

Talize blends fashion, lifestyle, and sustainability into a purpose-driven retail experience. The organization is focused on helping communities shop responsibly while creating a workplace where people can grow, contribute, and make a positive difference for both their future and the planet.

The culture is energetic, collaborative, and people-focused, with an emphasis on diversity, creativity, and shared success.

Role Overview

This position is centered on the careful handling of donated goods in a busy backroom setting. The recycler works with the Merchandise Processing Supervisor to unload, sort, weigh, tag, and move donations to the correct areas so product can flow efficiently to the sales floor, waste is reduced, and recycling efforts are supported.

The role calls for someone who is reliable, safety-minded, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active environment while keeping the work area orderly and compliant with safety standards.

Availability

This job requires open availability, including weekends, holidays, and closing shifts. Work may also include days and evenings.

Pay

Hourly pay is $18.60.

What You Will Do

• Unload donated merchandise and sort it into the proper containers.
• Weigh, label, and log incoming donations while keeping bins arranged by date.
• Track donation bins and move items to processing areas as needed.
• Refill stock for sub-departments and relocate re-routed bins.
• Remove unsellable or damaged items according to company procedures.
• Assist with baling, compaction, recycling, and back-stock organization.
• Help prepare for sale days and complete general operational duties.
• Keep the processing and donation areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Use balers, compactors, and forklifts when certified, following all safety procedures.
• Lift safely, use required personal protective equipment, and report hazards right away.
• Complete basic administrative tasks such as recording weights and inventory information.

Experience and Skills Needed

You should bring at least one year of warehouse experience, along with a strong focus on safety, efficient operations, and comfort with mechanical and technical equipment.

Helpful extras include prior forklift, baler, or garbage compactor experience, previous thrift retail work, and a valid Class G driver’s licence with 3 years of experience driving delivery vans.

Physical Conditions

The job involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, and moving throughout the shift. You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and push or pull rolling containers weighing up to 500 lbs.

Work conditions may include dust, dirt, insects, garbage, and occasional rodents, as well as noise and changing temperatures. You will also interact regularly with customers and the public.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• 50% employee discount at Talize stores.
• Employer-paid benefits with 2 weeks of vacation each year.
• An extra paid day off for your birthday.
• Opportunities to grow within a rapidly expanding company.
• An inclusive workplace where employee input is valued.
• The chance to contribute to a sustainability-focused retail mission.

Hiring Process

Selected applicants can expect a review of qualifications, an initial phone screen, one in-person interview with the General Manager or Assistant General Manager, a possible verbal offer, and then a written offer with onboarding details after acceptance.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

Talize is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible workplace. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and accommodations are available on request throughout the selection process.

Additional Information

This is an active vacancy and the company is currently hiring for the role.