Clearance Center Associate — Drive Efficient Retail Ops

Goodwill Southern California; California (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount at Goodwill SoCal locations

Goodwill Perks: Discounts on dining, 0

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Goodwill Southern California is hiring Clearance Center Associates to support our mission of transforming lives through the power of work. In this role, you’ll help drive the final stage of our retail process—supporting product flow, salvage operations, and customer interactions that keep our clearance centers efficient, organized, and impactful.

In addition to a fast-paced, physically active environment, you will perform stock movement, auction support, and occasional cash handling.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate basic English effectively.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, physically active environment (lifting, moving, and standing).
• Basic math skills and ability to handle transactions.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.
• Commitment to Goodwill’s mission and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence).

Responsibilities

• Support daily clearance center operations, including moving, rotating, and processing goods from dock to floor.
• Assist with auctions, vendor coordination, and accountability processes.
• Load and unload trucks while safely handling donated goods and materials.
• Operate cash registers and complete transactions accurately when needed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspaces, including backroom and sales floor areas.
• Support salvage, recycling, and waste processes in alignment with company standards.
• Contribute to overall production, sales, and operational goals.

Skills

Basic English

Physical stamina

Math skills

Dependable

Team oriented

Flexible shifts

Bilingual Spanish/English

Job description

Goodwill Southern California is hiring Clearance Center Associates to support our mission of transforming lives through the power of work. In this role, you’ll help drive the final stage of our retail process—supporting product flow, salvage operations, and customer interactions that keep our clearance centers efficient, organized, and impactful.

In addition to a fast-paced, physically active environment, you will perform stock movement, auction support, and occasional cash handling.