Central Processor

Goodwill Southwest Florida; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Goodwill Southwest Florida is seeking a Central Processor to receive, record, and sort donated goods through the Kaizen processing system. The role supports meeting production goals, process improvement, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Cross-training to assist multiple production areas is expected. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong reading and writing skills, color recognition, basic math abilities, and the stamina to lift up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to listen to and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and independently stoop, bend, kneel, push, pull, and perform processing duties.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to recognize colors.
• Knowledge of basic math skills.
• Good judgment, patience, and understanding.
• Ability to occasionally work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Receive, record, and sort donations according to the Kaizen system, including all RAW/Salvage sorting, labeling, pricing, and processing guidelines.
• Meet or exceed production goals by hanging soft-line merchandise, processing hard-line merchandise, accurately recording production, and supporting continuous process improvement.
• Execute Kaizen 5-minute drills and maintain clean, safe, and organized workstations.
• Sort, box, and label hangers by type and follow all established processing procedures, including rubber banding shoes and other designated requirements.
• Properly sort and place pulls, salvage, and recyclable commodities into designated containers, hoppers, Gaylords, totes, and other assigned locations to support aftermarket operations and minimize disposal expenses.
• Maintain a positive attitude while working with customers, clients, and co-workers.
• Support the company safety program and perform all duties in accordance with safety requirements.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Assist in all areas of the production process, cross-train to support other roles as needed, and perform donation attendant, merchandising, cleaning, and other duties assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Listening & following instructions

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Color recognition

Basic math

Judgement & patience

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kaizen processing system

Job description

Job Title: Central Processor

Employment Type: Full-Time / Hourly

Goodwill Southwest Florida is seeking a Central Processor to receive, record, and sort donated goods through the Kaizen processing system. This position is responsible for meeting production goals, supporting continuous process improvement, maintaining clean and safe work areas, and ensuring donations are processed according to established guidelines. The Central Processor will assist in multiple areas of production and cross-train to support other operational functions as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, record, and sort donations according to the Kaizen system, including all RAW/Salvage sorting, labeling, pricing, and processing guidelines.
• Meet or exceed production goals by hanging soft-line merchandise, processing hard-line merchandise, accurately recording production, and supporting continuous process improvement.
• Execute Kaizen 5-minute drills and maintain clean, safe, and organized workstations.
• Sort, box, and label hangers by type and follow all established processing procedures, including rubber banding shoes and other designated requirements.
• Properly sort and place pulls, salvage, and recyclable commodities into designated containers, hoppers, Gaylords, totes, and other assigned locations to support aftermarket operations and minimize disposal expenses.
• Maintain a positive attitude while working with customers, clients, and co-workers.
• Support the company safety program and perform all duties in accordance with safety requirements.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Assist in all areas of the production process, cross-train to support other roles as needed, and perform donation attendant, merchandising, cleaning, and other duties assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to listen to and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and independently stoop, bend, kneel, push, pull, and perform processing duties.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to recognize colors.
• Knowledge of basic math skills.
• Good judgment, patience, and understanding.
• Ability to occasionally work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Why Goodwill?

• Mission-driven nonprofit organization
• Collaborative leadership team
• Opportunity to impact and change lives across Southwest Florida

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement