Merchandise Processing & Display Prep Associate

Goodwill-of-Greater-Washington-; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Greater Washington is seeking a hands-on Inventory Processor to support daily donation intake and keep merchandise flowing to the sales floor. In a fast-paced environment, you will sort, process, and prepare donated items for display, ensuring quality and proper categorization for pricing and display.

You will work closely with store teams, maintain safety standards, and provide friendly service to donors and customers while meeting daily productivity goals.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic instructions.
• Ability to communicate verbally with associates and customers.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 25 lbs for extended periods.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and meet quotas.

Responsibilities

• Transfer merchandise from containers to determine appropriateness for the sales floor.
• Sort apparel into boutique, salable, and salvage categories according to quota.
• Prepare items for the sales floor and evaluate quality, pricing, value and salability.
• Counts pieces of clothing and records on Daily Hanger Report.
• Assists in stocking and collection of donated merchandise.
• Provides excellent service to donors and retail customers.
• Follows safety and security practices and reports hazards.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Stamina

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Goodwill of Greater Washington is seeking a hands-on Inventory Processor to support daily donation intake and keep merchandise flowing to the sales floor. In a fast-paced environment, you will sort, process, and prepare donated items for display, ensuring quality and proper categorization for pricing and display.

You will work closely with store teams, maintain safety standards, and provide friendly service to donors and customers while meeting daily productivity goals.