Retail Associate - Apparel Processor

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc.; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive plan

Daily Pay

Generous paid time off

Retirement planning with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc. is seeking an Apparel Processor in Mentor, OH. You will sort, hang, and tag donated apparel and domestics, ensuring quality standards across soft-line departments while greeting customers and donors.

Join a mission-driven team that values community service, sustainability, and a welcoming workplace. Prior retail or sorting experience is helpful, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency during production shifts.

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.
• 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 duties as assigned.

Skills

People skills

Color recognition

Computer experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

Location: Mentor, OH | Pay: $13.40 | Type: Hourly, Full-time

About The Job

Join us in making a meaningful impact in Mentor, 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 duties 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

Background check required.

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.