Textile Sales Associate - Michigan City - PT

Goodwill Industries Group; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries Group in Michigan City, IN, is hiring for a part-time retail position focused on sorting, pricing, tagging, and stocking donations. The role requires adherence to retail standards and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have flexibility in schedule and be physically capable of moving and lifting items. Training is provided with accountability for performance, aiming for high productivity levels in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Adherence to standard retail practices and dress code.
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexible availability for varying schedules.

Responsibilities

• Sort, price, and tag donated textiles at a minimum rate.
• Transport carts containing items to be processed.
• Organize racks for efficient stocking.

Skills

Adherence to standard retail practices

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Tactful communication

Ability to make quick and accurate decisions

Flexibility to work varying schedules

Tools

Tagging gun

Pallet jack

Compactor

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Store - Michigan City, IN 46360

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $11.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Retail

Objective

To receive, sort, price, tag, and stock donations, maintaining the flow of donations from drive‑thru to sales floor, and generally aid in the smooth operation of a fast‑paced retail store. This position reports to Store Manager and/or Production Manager who evaluates performance annually.

Also understands the Goodwill Mission: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and embodies Company Core Values of Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer‑First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do The Right Thing.

Essential Job Functions

• Sort, price, and tag donated textiles at a minimum rate of 80 pieces per hour (PPH), maintaining quality standards.
• Retrieve Textile Production Sheet at the beginning of each shift and turn it in upon completion.
• Transport carts containing items to be processed.
• Process donations promptly.
• Dispose of trash into designated True Trash receptacles as needed.
• Organize racks for efficient stocking.

Pay Levels

Training Level: Below 80 PPH – $11/hour. Four weeks to achieve 80 PPH; if not reached, coaching provided. After eight weeks, if 80 PPH not met, termination may be considered.

• Level 2: 80‑90 PPH – $15/hour upon reaching 80 PPH for the first time.
• Level 3 (High Performers): 91‑110 PPH – $16/hour (requires a 3‑week average of at least 91 before pay change effective).
• Level 4 (High Performers): 111‑130+ PPH – $17/hour (requires a 3‑week average of at least 111 before pay change effective).

If PPH drops below 80, the employee will receive a three‑week improvement period before progressive discipline, including coaching and warnings that expire after six months.

Once Level 3 or 4 is reached, maintaining PPH to stay at high performer pay level is required. If PPH falls below this level, a three‑week improvement period is implemented. Failure may lead to performance discussions and pay adjustments.

Additional Expectations

• Daily recording of PPH for tracking purposes is mandatory.
• Z‑racks are considered 100 pieces per rack.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Adherence to standard retail practices and dress code.
• Familiarity with current clothing, shoe styles, furniture, toys, brand names, etc.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to make quick and accurate decisions.
• Tactful communication with the public and co‑workers.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules.

Additional Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Flexible availability.
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, push, pull, reach above shoulder level, crouch, stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, use head and neck in a twisting or static motion, look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to utilize light industrial equipment including:
  • Tagging gun, stickers, tags, standard office supplies.
  • Pallet stacker, pallet jack.
  • Compactor (must be 18+ to operate).