Ashtabula and Lake County Retail - Sales Associate

goodwillready; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill is hiring a Sales Associate to support customers in our Ashtabula and Lake County, OH locations. This role is part-time with flexible hours including evenings and weekends, perfect for someone who enjoys helping customers and working in a fast-paced retail environment that makes a positive community impact.

As a Sales Associate, you’ll provide excellent service, operate a cash register following policy, stock and merchandise using the One Touch Method, and support store operations while

Qualifications

• Customer-focused attitude with strong people skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer and digital skills.
• Reliable, team-oriented and adaptable.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service and create a positive shopping experience
• Operate cash register and handle transactions according to company policy
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise products using the One Touch Method
• Assist with loss prevention and store safety practices
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sales floor
• Complete opening, shift, and closing checklists
• Load and unload merchandise as needed
• Support overall store operations and team goals

Skills

Customer-focused

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Digital skills

Team-oriented

Adaptable

Flexible hours

Job description

Sales Associate – Join a Team That Makes a Difference!

Looking for a job where your work truly matters? Join Goodwill serving Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania and help turn donations into opportunities that change lives.

We’re hiring Sales Associates for our Ashtabula and Lake County, OH locations! If you enjoy helping customers, working in a fast-paced retail environment, and being part of a team that makes a positive community impact, we want to meet you.

• Part-time schedule
• Flexible hours (evenings & weekends)
• Retail experience builder
• Mission-driven workplace

What You’ll Do

• Deliver outstanding customer service and create a positive shopping experience
• Operate cash register and handle transactions according to company policy
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise products using the One Touch Method
• Assist with loss prevention and store safety practices
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sales floor
• Complete opening, shift, and closing checklists
• Load and unload merchandise as needed
• Support overall store operations and team goals

What We’re Looking For

• Customer-focused attitude with strong people skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer and digital skills
• Reliable, team-oriented, and adaptable
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Alignment with Goodwill’s mission and values

Work Environment

• Retail setting with climate-controlled environment
• Fast-paced work with occasional short deadlines
• Exposure to dust, lint, and donated goods materials
• Occasional outdoor work and nontraditional hours (nights/weekends)

Why Goodwill?

Every purchase supports programs that provide job training and opportunities in our community. Your work helps turn donations into life-changing impact.