Bound Brook - Store Associate

Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey; Bound Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives for performance targets

Tuition Reimbursement Assistance

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Free access to Headspace

Retirement plans with employer match

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey is seeking a dedicated individual for a fast-paced production role in Bound Brook, NJ. The position involves receiving donations, sorting and pricing merchandise, and preparing items for sale while ensuring high standards for inventory management and customer service.

The ideal candidate must be able to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and adhere to safety protocols. The role offers competitive benefits, including tuition assistance and a 403(b) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Experience handling pre‑owned merchandise.
• Familiarity with safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Sort, grade, and inspect donations for quality.
• Tag and price merchandise following company standards.
• Prepare items for the sales floor and e-commerce.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Inventory organization

Customer service

Job description

Role / General Purpose

This is a fast-paced production role responsible for receiving donations and preparing them for sale. The role includes sorting, tagging, pricing, and preparing merchandise for the sales floor. The position requires the ability to stand for extended periods and to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds while working with a high volume of inventory. Maintaining stockroom organization, ensuring quality control, and following safety standards are essential to success in this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Sort, grade, and inspect donations (textiles, housewares, electronics, shoes, and accessories) for quality and condition.
• Tag and price merchandise according to company standards, meeting production goals per hour.
• Prepare items on rolling racks and carts for transport to the sales floor, meeting company standards for full fixtures.
• Organize and separate items for e-commerce and clearance departments, accurately labeling all goods.
• Follow safety procedures and operational guidelines to maintain a clean and secure work environment.
• Provide excellent customer and donor service, including accepting donations, issuing receipts, and ensuring the donation area remains neat and organized when needed.
• Support Goodwill’s mission by maximizing efficiency and productivity in daily tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the store team and broader organizational goals.

Schedule Requirements

Flexibility in your availability is essential to meet the needs of the business which operates Monday to Sunday, 7:00am to 9:00pm.

Health & Safety Guidelines

This role involves handling pre‑owned merchandise, which may contain allergens, dust, or other substances. Goodwill provides training, protective equipment, and follows safety protocols to ensure a clean and secure work environment. Employees must follow all safety guidelines and report concerns to management.

Benefits

• Incentives: Eligible to earn incentives for achieving performance targets.
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Insurance Offerings
• Generous Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick, parental leave, and personal days with increased accrual over time. Additional generous paid prenatal and parental leave.
• Headspace: Free access to hundreds of guided exercises for meditation, sleep, focus, and movement for employees and their loved ones.
• Retirement Plans: 403(b) with up to 4% employer match after 1 year of service.