Merchandise Sorter

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Texas; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Texas is seeking a dedicated Merchandise Sorter in Gainesville, TX. This full-time position involves sorting donated apparel and ensuring quality standards are met while contributing to the mission of community transformation through work. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and motivated to create positive impacts in the community.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, bend, and reach for extended periods.
• Reliable transportation and a valid picture ID required.

Responsibilities

• Sort donated apparel, shoes, and soft line goods into appropriate categories.
• Maintain cleanliness of sorting area and ensure donations are processed within 24 hours.
• Conduct quality checks on sorted items.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Teamwork

Basic math

Job description

Job Posting: Merchandise Sorter

Location: Gainesville, TX

Reports to: Store Manager

Job Classification: Full Time

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt (hourly)

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Join the Goodwill Industries of Northeast Texas team as a Sorter and play a crucial role in supporting our mission of transforming lives through the power of work. We are looking for dedicated individuals who are eager to contribute to our retail operations by ensuring the efficient and effective processing of donated goods.

Job Summary:
As a Sorter, you will be responsible for the careful and accurate sorting of donated apparel, shoes, and soft line goods into boutique, salable, and salvage categories. Your role directly impacts the quality and quantity of merchandise available in our stores, ultimately supporting our goal of maximizing profitability and increasing training opportunities for those we serve. This position operates under the direct supervision of the Store Manager or Plant Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional customer and donor service, ensuring 100% satisfaction.

• Work collaboratively with team members, taking initiative without needing direction.

• Stay informed about brand names, designer labels, and current fashion trends to properly assess the quality and value of donated items.

• Sort apparel efficiently, meeting the target of processing quota, as laid out in the guiding principles.

• Conduct quality control checks by identifying tears, stains, odors, broken zippers, missing pieces, etc.

• Assist with rotating merchandise onto the sales floor.

• Maintain a clean and organized sorting and processing area at all times.

• Adhere to all retail policies and safety procedures, reporting any hazards or injuries promptly.

• Ensure all donations are processed within 24 hours, keeping the merchandise flow steady.

Qualifications:

• Ability to stand, bend, and reach for extended periods.

• Basic math skills for counting and processing items.

• Reliable transportation.

• A current, valid picture ID is required.

Physical Demands:
This role requires physical activity, including standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 40 or more pounds. For heavier items, team assistance is available. Visual acuity, including close and distance vision, color perception, and depth perception, is necessary.

Why Join Goodwill Industries of Northeast Texas?
By becoming a Sorter, you are not just taking a job-you are joining a mission-driven organization committed to community impact. We foster a team-oriented environment where every donation processed translates into opportunities for growth and success for those we serve.

If you are detail-oriented, energetic, and motivated by purpose, we encourage you to apply and be a part of something bigger than yourself. Let's create positive change-one donation at a time.

Apply today and help us continue to turn donations into jobs!

***NOTE*** Interview requests will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check spam/junk folders too.