Retail Associate - Renner

GWC Connects; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Promotion and Growth Opportunities

Company paid life and long-term disability insurance

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee Discount

Job summary

GWC Connects in Columbus, Ohio is looking for a dedicated retail associate. You'll help process and sell donated goods while providing excellent customer service in an organized and active retail environment.

The ideal candidate possesses strong customer service and communication skills and is organized and able to multitask. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Must be reliable, team-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Basic math skills necessary for using the cash register.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors and customers, providing friendly service.
• Sort and inspect donations to analyze sellability.
• Stock shelves and displays to meet daily goals.
• Operate the cash register and complete purchases.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Retail experience

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Goodwill'sMission: Transforming the lives of the individuals with disabilities and other barriers through pathways to independence and the power of work.

Department: Retail

Reports To: Store Lead / Assistant Store Lead / Retail Supervisor

Job Type: Hourly

Pay: $11/hr

Summary

Help process and sell donated goods in a fast-paced retail store. You'll sort, price, stock merchandise, keep the store clean and organized, and provide great customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Greet donors and customers; provide friendly, helpful service
• Receive and unload donations; provide receipt
• Sort and inspect items to determine sellability
• Price merchandise and prepare items for the sales floor
• Stock shelves, racks, and displays to meet daily goal
• Operate the cash register and complete purchases
• Keep sales floor, fitting rooms, and work areas clean and organized
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Reliable, team-oriented, and able to work independently
• Basic math skills and comfort using a register
• Organized and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Retail experience is helpful, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
• Lift and carry up to 30 lbs regularly
• Perform repetitive tasks and use hands/fingers for register and sorting

Work Environment

Retail store setting with moderate noise; active, hands‑on role.

Additional Information

Must follow safety procedures, maintain regular attendance, and perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Promotion and Growth Opportunities
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after 30 days
• Voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness
• Paid time off
• Employee Discount at all Goodwill Columbus Stores

Goodwill Columbus is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information, we invite you to visit our website at www.goodwillcolumbus.org