Production Associate - F/T (Rodney)

Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County, PA; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County, PA is seeking a Production Associate to efficiently sort and process donated merchandise, tag items, and greet donors. You will follow pricing guidelines and assist with loading and unloading shipments while maintaining clean work areas.

This role supports store operations and customer service daily. The position requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and the willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; related training preferred.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and procedures to ensure safety of customers and assets.
• Fulfill production functions and assist with donation processing.
• Sort Softline items and price according to guidelines to maintain flow.
• Sort and process Hardline items and price according to guidelines.
• Assist with quality pulls and stock merchandise by classification on the sales floor.
• Safely load/unload trucks, tag furniture, and position merchandise on the floor.
• Perform housekeeping to keep work areas neat and organized.
• Promote customer satisfaction and teamwork with consumers and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including recovery tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

The Production Associate is responsible forefficientlysortingandprocessingquality merchandiseinatimely mannerandmakingpricetagsors stickersforitemsthatrequireaticket.The incumbent follows all unit price and Solutions guidelines. The Production Associate is also responsible forwelcomingand assisting donors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

1. Follow safety policies and procedures ensuring maximum safety, security, and protection of all customers and company assets.
2. Responsible for fulfilling all production functions and assisting with donation functions.
3. Maintain continuous flow of Softline materials to achieve daily production quotas per shift. Work at assigned production station to sort Softline items and distinguish between quality merchandise and salvage. Hang quality items on a rack efficiently and price merchandise according to company guidelines.
4. Maintain continuous flow of Hardline materials to achieve daily production quotas per shift. Work at assigned production station to sort and process Hardline items and distinguish between quality merchandise and salvage. Price merchandise according to company guidelines.
5. Assist with quality pulls as needed and stock merchandise by classification on the sales floor.
6. Safely assist in loading and unloading of trucks and vehicles without damage to merchandise; determine price, sanitize, and tag furniture and large donated items; place all merchandise safely on the sales floor in a timely manner.
7. Perform housekeeping functions that ensure that workstation, production area, and sales floor are kept neat, clean, and organized.
8. Ensure maximum customer satisfaction. Work cooperatively with all consumers, community groups, and co-workers to promote the achievement of the company mission.
9. Perform all other duties as assigned including recovery functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Highschooldiploma or GEDequivalentandrelatedexperienceand/ortrainingispreferred.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Demonstrated strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with basic computer skills and ability to learn new software skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds of merchandise.
• Ability to work varied schedules, including evenings and weekends as the business dictates.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to mechanical parts and external temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. To ensure safe working conditions, personal protection equipment (PPE) required for this position includes hand protection; eye protection when handling material; any other PPE that can reduce the possibility of injury.