Donation Sorting Specialist — Fast-Paced, Detail-Driven

Goodwill Industries Of Central Florida Inc; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries Of Central Florida Inc is seeking a donation sort associate responsible for the initial sorting of donated materials, separating items into categories and preparing them for processing.

You will handle soft goods, metals, books, jewelry, and hazardous materials with safety and accuracy, supporting a fast-paced team and upholding store policies.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work with donors to provide a welcoming experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and ability to engage positively with donors.
• Friendly, approachable demeanor and professional interactions.
• Strong attention to detail for sorting, inspecting, and pricing donated items.
• Ability to quickly learn donation policies and acceptable items.
• Basic understanding of safety protocols and lifting practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial sorting of donated materials from crates, cages, carts, boxes, and barrels.
• Sort soft goods into hampers and transport to designated areas.
• Pair and rubber-band shoes before placing in barrels; place wares and toys on dump tables.
• Salvage metal objects and sort E&M items into appropriate carts or barrels.
• Dispose of unsellable or hazardous materials in designated bins; maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Customer service

Positive donor engagement

Attention to detail

Learn donation policies

Safety awareness

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Goodwill Industries Of Central Florida Inc is seeking a donation sort associate responsible for the initial sorting of donated materials, separating items into categories and preparing them for processing.

You will handle soft goods, metals, books, jewelry, and hazardous materials with safety and accuracy, supporting a fast-paced team and upholding store policies.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work with donors to provide a welcoming experience.