Retail Associate

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20% discount

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Personal PTO

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program

AFLAC

Direct deposit

Goodwill Academy

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan is hiring for a part-time Retail Associate at our Oscoda store located at 5122 US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750. The role offers $15.00 per hour plus bonus potential and a 20% discount on in-store purchases. Duties include assisting customers and donors, operating the register, pricing and displaying merchandise, and ensuring excellent service.

Positions require flexibility in shifts. Benefits listed include holidays, vacation, PTO, and insurance options.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills emphasized for donor and shopper interactions.
• Ability to process transactions and handle cash accurately.
• Team-based work to support sales and donation flow.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maximizing store sales and profit.
• Provide prompt and courteous customer/donor service.
• Cashier duties: operate cash register per policy and standards.
• Process, price, and display merchandise per policy.
• Greet donors and assist with donations safely.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan is looking for motivated, team-building individuals to fill Part TimeRetail Associateopenings at our Oscoda store located at 5122 US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750.

$15.00an hour plus bonus potential!!!

20% discount on in-store purchases

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in maximizing store sales and help increase the profit of Goodwill.
• Provide prompt and courteous customer/donor service.
• To achieve expectations for task assigned:
  • Cashier: Accurately operate cash register and conduct sales-related functionsas directed and according to policy, procedure and job standards; maintain cash register variance to Goodwill’s acceptable margin of error rate; run 3 racks per hour. Run 5 racks per hour if not on register.
  • Processor: Receive, process, price, and display merchandise as directedand according to policy, procedure and job standards; achieve production standard of 85-100 pieces per hour. Adhere to mandatory use of agency issued work gloves while sorting product.
  • Rack Runner: Run 5 racks per hour, getting product into proper place and color.
  • Retail Donation Attendant: Greet donors, assist with donations safely and professionally. Maintain accurate donation and bill of lading records, Keep donation area organized, Assist with truck loading/unloading. Adhere to mandatory use of agency issued work gloves.
  • Retail Custodian: Maintain cleanliness of sales floor, restroomsand breakroom. Empty trash, clean fixtures and shelving. Keep exterior areas clear of debris. Adhere to mandatory use of agency issued work gloves when handling chemicals.
  • Provided EXCELLENT customer service with a SMILE!

Benefits?

• 10 paid holidays
• 1 week of paid vacation
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Part time employees are eligible for vision insurance.
• Pet Insurance
• FREE Employee Assistance Programs
• AFLAC
• Biweekly Direct Deposit
• Career Advancement Opportunities through Goodwill Academy!

Think you've got what it takes?

• Ability and willingness to work flexible shifts as assigned.
• Can you lift and carry35 pounds with or without help?
• Can youreach, bend or stoop and utilize safe lifting techniques?
• Are you able to stand six to eight hours a day?
• Do you have areliable means of transportationto report to work on time?
• Are youpleasant, cheerful and professional?
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to work in cold or warm temperatures, depending on weather and donation traffic.

Our Mission:

To assist individuals with barriers to employment in making the transition to independence and self-sufficiency.

Did you know?

• Our profits help fund programs thathelp peoplewith obstacles in finding work so that they can go out into the world andbe successful!
• Werecycleeverything possible!In 2025, we kept over 7.7millionlbs. of STUFF from ending up in landfills!! That's a lot of stuff!

So... what are you waiting for? Join our team today!

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan provides reasonable accommodation for individuals requiring assistance with the application or hiring process. If you need assistance completing this online application,contact the Human Resources Department at 810-762-9960 or [e-mail] Industries of Mid-Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.