Collectible Book Receiver

ThriftBooks is the world's largest used book retailer! We believe in a workplace where respect for our employees matters, where promoting from within is how we grow, and where safety comes first in all our decisions and planning. At ThriftBooks, your work will help get inexpensive books into the hands of people who need them instead of going into landfill. We strive to create a friendly work environment with high standards of performance and rewards for excellence. We started out small and remember that encouraging people to do their best is how we expanded to our current scale.

If you want to learn about the intersection of technology, innovation, and good old-fashioned teamwork, we might be a good fit for you. Wherever you start in the company, our hope is that is a launching point to higher achievement. At ThriftBooks, your success is up to you.

Our team is growing, and we're looking for a Collectible Receiver to join our Vintage Team in Atlanta. This is a full-time position (M-F) with a competitive wage based on experience, plus a benefits package including paid time off and a health care package. If books are your thing and you're looking for steady work in a stimulating environment with room to grow, then we want to talk to you. This position is based in our Austell Processing Center and will involve working on the warehouse floor as well as in front of a computer in a casual office setting.

We will provide training to the right candidate, and experienced candidates will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge through advanced training and first-hand exposure to an ever-changing stream of used and rare books.

YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT THRIFTBOOKS BECAUSE

Work in a climate-controlled, air-conditioned warehouse

Starting wage ranges from $22.00-$24.00 an hour based on experience

Friendly work environment with fun monthly events

Paid holidays for eligible positions

Affordable health, dental, and vision benefits

401K savings plan with company match

Paid time off for full-time employees

Being recognized for your hard work

Safety is a priority to us

Employee assistance program

Opportunities for free books

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sort through incoming stock to identify quality pre-ISBN and collectible books

Use our proprietary software to create accurate, compelling listings for sale through multiple online platforms

Take accurate photos of the book which display key characteristics of the product, and which will be attractive to potential customers.

Keep all work areas cleaned and sanitized

Staying aware of possible hazards and following all processes to ensure a safe work environment, while working among heavy and moving machinery

Other duties as assigned

WE’RE LOOKING FOR TEAM MEMBERS WHO HAS

Familiarity with the used and collectible book market is required, and experience identifying, grading and pricing desirable books is helpful.

Experience buying and selling used and collectible books

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team

Must be self-motivated

The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Familiarity with the used and rare book market is required and experience identifying, grading, and pricing desirable books is helpful. 1 year minimum.

Book store, and library, experience is a plus.

Must be able to work independently to achieve production goals.

Must be able to lift up to 40lbs

Requires some reaching, bending, lifting, twisting, and walking.

Candidates with military and/or veteran status are encouraged to apply.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

All candidates must be willing to authorize a background check. All applicants agree to ThriftBooks' Privacy Notice for Employment-Related Personal Data:

ThriftBooks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

#ATLPC