Processor and Retail Stock Associate

Goodwill Industries of Akron; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Career development

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Akron is seeking an entry-level Processor / Retail Stock Associate to join our team. You will sort donated goods, inspect items for sale, tag and price merchandise, and prepare stock for resale while supporting our mission to serve the community.

Ideal candidates are reliable, have basic math and communication skills, and are comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs. Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus; a team-focused mindset helps you thrive in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Previous experience in customer service is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Sort donated goods and textiles for resale.
• Inspect items for sale and determine salability.
• Tag, price and prepare goods for resale.
• Promote safety and maintain a clean work area.
• Support the development of service participants.

Skills

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Basic math

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Reliability

Positive attitude

Job description

Goodwill Industries of Akron is looking to hire an entry-level Processor / Retail Stock Associate. Are you goal-oriented and looking for an opportunity to prove yourself? Are you a get-it-done type of person who is interested in the career development resources that the Goodwill has to offer? Do you want to serve your community while building your career? If so, please read on!

In order to hire and retain employees who share our core values of commitment, teamwork, honesty, and customer service to carry forward this mission, we offer good benefits and opportunities for career development.

About Goodwill Industries Of Akron

Founded in Boston, MA in 1902 by Reverend Edgar J Helms, Goodwill has been providing opportunities for men and women across America and around the world ever since. Goodwill Industries of Akron was established in 1927 in a one-room salon at the corner of Howard and Furnace Streets as a branch of Goodwill Industries of Cleveland. Today, we continue to flourish as we serve Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland, and Richland counties. Our mission is to help individuals prepare for, find, and retain employment.

In order to hire and retain employees who share our core values of commitment, teamwork, honesty, and customer service to carry forward this mission, we offer good benefits and opportunities for career development.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS AN ENTRY-LEVEL PROCESSOR / RETAIL STOCK ASSOCIATE

As an entry-level Processor / Retail Warehouse Associate, you sort donated goods and textiles with an eye for detail to ensure that Goodwill quality control standards are met. You inspect textiles, furniture, appliances, small household wares, novelty items, books, toys, decorations, and sporting goods to determine salability. This includes testing electronic merchandise to determine safe operations.

You then sort, hang, tag, price, and prepare goods for resale, preparing accurate reports as required throughout the day. You also help promote the development of service participants. You are committed to safety and help keep your work area clean and void of hazards as well as operate equipment with attention to safe operating procedures. You feel great about the vital role you play in supporting our mission of serving the community.

Qualifications For An Entry-level Processor / Retail Stock Associate

• Ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs
• Basic mathematical skills

Previous experience in customer service with retail or food service experience is highly desirable. Work experience in a warehouse or manufacturing setting is helpful. Are you self-motivated but also a team player? Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you reliable? Do you have a positive attitude and take pride in your work? Are you efficient? If so, then you might just be perfect for this position!

WORK SCHEDULE

You must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Goodwill Industries of Akron is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity