Drive Thru Ambassador - Lansing - PT

Goodwill-Industries; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill-Industries is seeking a Part Time Store Associate in Lansing, IL to warmly greet donors, assist with unloading donations, and price items for resale. You will maintain an organized donation area, follow safety protocols, and support fast-paced store operations.

You'll work under the Store Manager, contribute to Kaizen-driven efficiency, and collaborate with teammates to ensure a welcoming shopping experience for customers and donors alike.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and donor engagement.
• Friendly, approachable demeanor.
• Strong attention to detail in sorting and pricing.
• Learn donation policies quickly.
• Knowledge of safety protocols.
• Efficient in fast-paced retail environment.
• Teamwork and communication with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors warmly, provide assistance with unloading donations, and express appreciation to create a positive and welcoming experience.
• Receive, inspect, sort, and price donated items efficiently while following established guidelines to ensure quality, appropriate categorization, and readiness for resale.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure work environment, properly handling donations to prevent damage, accidents, or injuries.
• Keep the donation area clean, organized, and free of hazards, ensuring an efficient workflow and a professional appearance.
• Accurately document donation intake, maintain records as required, and report any discrepancies or concerns to management.
• Uphold Kaizen standards by continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency, organization, and workflow.
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to support store operations, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Store - Lansing - Lansing, IL 60438

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Retail

Job Objective:

To provide exceptional customer service by efficiently receiving, sorting, and pricing donations while maintaining a friendly and organized donation area. Assist donors with unloading items, express appreciation, and support smooth operations in a fast-paced retail environment. This position reports to the Store Manager who evaluates performance annually.

In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of: Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing.

Essential Job Functions

• Greet donors warmly, provide assistance with unloading donations, and express appreciation to create a positive and welcoming experience.
• Receive, inspect, sort, and price donated items efficiently while following established guidelines to ensure quality, appropriate categorization, and readiness for resale.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure work environment, properly handling donations to prevent damage, accidents, or injuries.
• Keep the donation area clean, organized, and free of hazards, ensuring an efficient workflow and a professional appearance.
• Accurately document donation intake, maintain records as required, and report any discrepancies or concerns to management.
• Uphold Kaizen standards by continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency, organization, and workflow.
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to support store operations, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QualificationsRequired Education and Skills:

• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to engage positively with donors, express gratitude, and create a welcoming experience.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor, demonstrating patience and professionalism in all interactions.
• Strong attention to detail when sorting, inspecting, and pricing donated items to ensure quality, proper categorization, and compliance with store guidelines.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply donation policies, including identifying acceptable and non-acceptable items.
• Basic understanding of safety protocols, including proper lifting techniques, hazard awareness, and workplace safety procedures to prevent injuries and ensure a secure environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and organization.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.

Qualifications:

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Flexible availability.
• Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), and light industrial machinery.