Merchandiser Grader Full Time $13.50 - West Marietta

Goodwill of North Georgia; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Full-time & Part-time options

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Employee discount

Health, dental & vision insurance

Team attire provided

Job skills training access

Career growth paths

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Goodwill of North Georgia is hiring a Grader to examine and grade donated goods for resale in stores and online. You will help process items and support daily production goals while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and adherence to training playbooks and safety protocols. Prior forklift training is required for certification; construction of a stable, productive work environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Detail oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Must be 18+ to operate forklifts; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly examine and grade donated goods.
• Process goods to meet daily production goals.
• Pivot to multiple work areas to support production.
• Identify and solve problems and seek management support.
• Communicate effectively with management and team members.
• Promote cooperation and teamwork with peers.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Hourly

Requisition Number: MERCH022200

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• Posted : July 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $13.50 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

775 Whitlock Ave NW, Marietta, GA 30064, USA

Description

Join our team and help us change lives and save the planet. At Goodwill of North Georgia, we make a positive impact on our community by turning donations into vocations through sales from our 100+ locations. You can be part of helping more than 16,000 people in North Georgia get a first job, a better job, and a career. Working in our stores can be the beginning of a bright future.

At Goodwill you are not only helping people but helping the environment as well. Last year Goodwill of North Georgia diverted more than 49 million pounds of items from our landfills. There is so much to feel great about when working for Goodwill. Help the planet, help people and help yourself to a rewarding and sustainable career.

Apply today at goodwillng.org

What we offer

• Weekly paychecks
• Full Time and Part Time Positions
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid time off for vacation and holidays
• 25% employee discount
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Complimentary Team Attire
• Access to free job skills training at Goodwill Career Centers
• Career Paths so you can grow with us.
• Flexible spending account
• 403(b) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement

What we’re looking for

The Grader is one of our most important positions as you are responsible for determining the quality of our goods and when sold turn into job training for a person with a barrier to employment. You will do this by thoroughly examining and grading donated goods to sell in our stores and online. Your success is our success so come join our team today.

What you’ll be doing

• Thoroughly examine and grade donated goods
• Effectively process goods to meet daily production goals
• Pivot to multiple work areas to support daily production goals
• Identify and quickly solve problems and/or seek management support
• Effectively communicate with management and other team members
• Effectively promote and demonstrate cooperation and teamwork with peers
• Consistently perform work tasks according to training playbooks, e-learning, and work instructions
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area
• Adhere to safety and security practices including reporting safety hazards and injuries to management
• Attend and complete all required trainings and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Consistently foster a healthy team culture of exceptional guest experience
• Must have good oral and written communication skills in English as well as interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to demonstrate sound judgement
• Must be 18 years or older to become certified and licensed to operate a forklift (individuals age 16 to 17 will not be allowed to operate forklifts, balers or compactors)

Apply today at goodwillng.org

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