DONATION PROCESSING ASSOCIATE

Goodwill Southeast Georgia; Kingsland (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Southeast Georgia seeks a Warehouse Associate to process donated goods and support store operations. You will presort items, move materials, assist donors, and maintain accurate donation records.

The role requires the ability to lift items, work a flexible schedule, and follow safety procedures while representing Goodwill professionally in the community.

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED or equivalent or related experience.
• Good eyesight and color definition.
• Strong communication skills with customers and donors.
• Ability to quickly assess goods and determine routing.
• Functional reading and writing abilities.
• Ability to use a hand truck.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Presort donations into textiles, hardlines, and trash.
• Move materials between workstations as needed.
• Assist donors with unloading and receipts.
• Maintain donation records daily.
• Pack seasonal items and label appropriately.
• Complete paperwork for store shipments.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Color vision

Reading & writing

Physical stamina

Quick decision making

Flexible scheduling

Education

HS diploma/GED or equivalent

Tools

Hand truck

Job description

TPo work all or various jobs in warehouse related to the processing of donated goods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs at least one/more of the following tasks as assigned:

• Presort into 3 categories including textiles, hardline goods, and trash.
• Move materials from workstation to workstation as needed.
• Receive donated goods from donors. Assists donors with unloading cars & carrying donations as needed. Offers donor’s receipts.
• Maintain accurate donation records of total donors on a daily basis.
• Pack seasonal items in containers and label.
• Participate in the filling of store shipment requirements and complete related paperwork.
• Remove trash from warehouse and transport to disposal containers as necessary.
• Keep all workstations and warehouse areas clean and neat.
• Ability to grade textiles and hardlines to store expectations and meet company production standards.
• Ensure compliance with store expectations by maintaining consistent productivity and meeting company production goals.
• Responsible for meeting store performance expectations and maintaining productivity in alignment with company production standards.
• Demonstrate consistent positive behavior with all internal and external customers and professionally communicate donation policies.
• Maintain a professional and courteous image when dealing with the public.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and wear all safety equipment that is required for the specific task.
• Continually support the agency safety program and contribute to customer and employee safety.
• Responsible for stores maintaining production model as established by DGR leadership.
• Accomplishes retail and organizational mission by completing related assignments as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• HS diploma/GED or any job-related experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill, and abilities to be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Possess good eyesight and color definition.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly assess goods and determine appropriate routing.
• Functional reading and writing skills.
• Ability to use hand truck.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule determined by store needs; typical retail hours to include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Join us in our commitment to sustainability and making a positive contribution to our community. Our values guide everything that we do.

About Us:

Goodwill is an EEO employer and is committed to serving members of the military, Veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Our goal is to help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.Goodwill provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability. Applicants with disabilities may contact Goodwill’s Human Resources Department at 912.354.6611 for assistance in accessing the on-line application system. Please be sure to include your name, preferred method of contact, and details on your requested accommodation. Goodwill will make every effort to respond to your request promptly.