Retail Donation Attendant

MERS / Goodwill; Glen Carbon (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Donation Attendant to join their Glen Carbon Store team. This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization while providing excellent customer service and supporting the donation process. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills and a passion for helping others. With a focus on teamwork and community engagement, this role empowers individuals to grow professionally while making a positive impact in the lives of others. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and integrity, and enjoy benefits like medical coverage and a monthly bonus.

Benefits

Monthly Bonus up to $250

Immediate medical benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Retirement plans with employer match

PTO accrual up to 15 days

Employee store discount

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• No degree required; High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Effective communication skills with co-workers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide positive customer service and assist with donations.
• Sort donated goods into appropriate categories.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the store.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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Position Type: Hourly Full-Time

Hourly Rate: $15.00 Bonus Pay: Up to $250/month

MERS/Missouri Goodwill Industries is seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and professional Retail Donation Attendant to join our Glen Carbon Store team. The ideal candidate will support our mission, "Changing Lives Through the Power of Work!" and embody our core values of diversity, integrity, passion, professionalism, respect, and responsibility.

If you're looking for a role that empowers you to achieve new goals while pursuing a mission-driven career, this is a great opportunity.

Qualifications

• No degree required; High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Effective communication skills with co-workers, customers, and management.
• Organized and capable of interacting with a diverse work population.
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide positive customer service, including greeting donors, assisting with donations, and offering thanks, incentives, and tax receipts.
• Handle donations with care and respect.
• Sort donated and purchased goods into categories: sales floor, seasonal, online, outlet, and trash.
• Notify management of hazardous, valuable, or inappropriate donations.
• Maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Stock, straighten, rotate, and clean the store area.
• Uphold store cleanliness standards through sweeping, dusting, mopping, and shining surfaces.
• Build positive relationships with team members and leadership; collaborate cross-functionally.
• Follow safe work practices and contribute to a hazard-free workplace.
• Maintain a professional appearance per dress code.
• Safeguard assets from harm, damage, or theft; report incidents promptly.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Monthly Bonus up to $250.
• Immediate medical benefits for full-time employees (30+ hours/week).
• Dental and vision benefits available after one month (20+ hours/week).
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Retirement plans: 403(B) with employer match after one year, and 401(A).
• PTO accrual up to 15 days.
• Employee store discount.
• Paid holidays, flexible schedules, and career growth opportunities.

MERS Goodwill is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.

Background and record checks are required upon employment.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Non-profit Organization Management