Production Associate - Apparel Processor

Goodwill Industries of Gr. Cleveland & East Central Ohio; Garfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive plan

Daily Pay

Generous PTO

Retirement match

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland & East Central Ohio is seeking an Apparel Processor in Garfield Heights, OH. You will sort, hang, and tag donated apparel, ensuring quality standards for soft-line departments while greeting customers and donors in line with agency policies.

Responsibilities include product sorting, quality checks, tagging, and maintaining a clean processing area. A HS diploma or GED is preferred, with computer experience considered an asset.

Qualifications

• Good people skills.
• Able to identify different shades and tones of color.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Computer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stay knowledgeable of brand names, current and vintage items, fashion trends, and price points for apparel and domestic categories.
• Sorts apparel into salable and salvage categories. Provides quality assurance by checking for tears, stains, wetness, smell, soil, broken zippers, and missing buttons. Items must be flaw‑free.
• Hangs and tags quality donations quickly, according to agency standards, while meeting or exceeding individual production targets.
• Always maintain the processing area in a neat and clean condition. The station should always be ready for the next shift.
• Embodies DGR (Donated Goods Retail) MODE Guiding Principles.
• Follows all agency safety policies and guidelines. Actively participates with supervisor and team members to address identified safety concerns.
• Other duty as assigned.

Skills

People skills

Color identification

Computer experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer experience

Job description

Apparel Processor: Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland & East Central Ohio

Location: Garfield Heights, OH | Pay: $13.40 | Type: Hourly, Full-Time/Part-Time

About the Job

Join us in making a meaningful impact in Garfield Heights, Ohio! Help keep our stores stocked with quality finds. As an Apparel Processor, you'll sort, hang, and tag donated apparel and domestics, ensuring quality standards for soft-line departments. You will uphold customer service standards by greeting and thanking customers and donors, according to agency policies and procedures. At Goodwill, we are committed to serving our community by delivering high-quality goods, fostering a supportive environment, and maintaining an inclusive and equitable workplace. Our mission is to act as stewards of donations and the environment while celebrating success and adapting to change.

Responsibilities

• Stay knowledgeable of brand names, current and vintage items, fashion trends, and price points for apparel and domestic categories.
• Sorts apparel into salable and salvage categories. Provides quality assurance by checking for tears, stains, wetness, smell, soil, broken zippers, and missing buttons. Items must be flaw‑free.
• Hangs and tags quality donations quickly, according to agency standards, while meeting or exceeding individual production targets.
• Always maintain the processing area in a neat and clean condition. The station should always be ready for the next shift.
• Embodies DGR (Donated Goods Retail) MODE Guiding Principles.
• Follows all agency safety policies and guidelines. Actively participates with supervisor and team members to address identified safety concerns.
• Other duty as assigned.

Qualifications

• Good people skills
• Able to identify different shades and tones of color
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Computer experience preferred

Benefits

• Bonus incentive plan
• Daily Pay
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement planning with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount

Employees who work full-time are also eligible for:

• Medical, dental, & vision benefits at a fraction of the premium cost
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost
• Life insurance at no cost
• Paid holidays

Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

Background check required.