Customer-Centric Retail Associate

Goodwill-Solac; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill-Solac in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Store Associate to assist customers, stock and rotate merchandise, and operate the cash register. The role supports daily store operations under the Store Manager or Assistant Manager, ensuring accurate transactions and a safe, clean environment.

Ideal candidates will have basic math and reading/writing skills, fluent English both spoken and written, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand simple instructions.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Able to communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
• Able to answer the telephone.
• Use of cash register and calculator /10 key necessary.
• Accuracy of work is essential. Able to lift, carry, push, and pull at least 50 lbs.
• Cooperation with store personnel, direct supervisors, and Division Director.
• Ability to serve customers effectively.
• Appearance and organization of assigned workstation.

Responsibilities

• The Store Associate assists customers.
• Stocks and rotates merchandise.
• Runs the cash register as assigned.
• Responsible for the accuracy of transactions when assigned to register and adherence to company check and credit card procedures.
• Report safety hazards and all accidents to Management immediately.
• Maintains the store in a clean, orderly, and safe manner, which may include daily floor mopping and related tasks as assigned.
• Assist in receiving new merchandise and processing incoming merchandise.
• Provide customer service in a positive, professional, and courteous manner.
• The Store Associate may be cross trained for other retail functions and required to perform assigned tasks to standards.
• Answer the telephone in a courteous manner.
• Attends general store meetings as assigned.
• Attends general departmental and safety meetings as required.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Cash register

Customer service

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Basic reading/writing ability

Tools

Calculator / 10-key

POS cash register

Job description

Goodwill-Solac in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Store Associate to assist customers, stock and rotate merchandise, and operate the cash register. The role supports daily store operations under the Store Manager or Assistant Manager, ensuring accurate transactions and a safe, clean environment.

Ideal candidates will have basic math and reading/writing skills, fluent English both spoken and written, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.