Merchandiser Grader Part-Time $13.50 - Pleasant Hill

Goodwill of North Georgia; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Full/Part-time positions

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

Goodwill of North Georgia is seeking a Grader to assess donated items and ensure quality for resale in stores and online. You will examine items, determine suitability for sale, and support daily production targets in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong English communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration within diverse daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Clear verbal and written English communication.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly examine and grade donated goods.
• Process items to meet daily production goals.
• Support multiple work areas to maintain production flow.
• Identify problems and seek management guidance when needed.
• Communicate effectively with management and peers.
• Promote teamwork and cooperation with colleagues.
• Follow training materials and work instructions accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Adhere to safety and security practices and report hazards.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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 we 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.

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 ensuring that when sold they turn into job training for a person with a barrier to employment. You will thoroughly examine and grade donated goods to sell in our stores and online.

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)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)