Donation Material Handler--Gastonia

Donation Material Handler - Full Time - Gastonia

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont is looking for a Donation Material Handler to work full time in our Gastonia location. This role offers a starting hourly wage of $15/hour, annual raises, bonuses, and full‑time benefits.

At Goodwill, we do more than just operate thrift stores—we create job opportunities, empower communities, and change lives.

• Full‑time benefits: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition reimbursement
• Free training & career development
• Team member discounts

• Greet donors, assist with unloading donations, and provide receipts.
• Sort, inspect, and price merchandise following safety and quality guidelines.
• Move items to the sales floor and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Load/unload donation trailers and handle custodial tasks throughout your shift.
• Track donation counts accurately and help maintain store cleanliness, including cart retrieval.
• Report any safety, theft, or security concerns to management.
• Support the team with additional duties as needed.
• Work indoors and outdoors with exposure to the elements.

• Friendly, dependable team player who enjoys helping others.
• No experience required; training will be provided.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and perform physical tasks (lifting, standing, moving merchandise).
• Open to feedback and eager to grow through free skill‑building opportunities.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and ready to work in a team‑focused environment.
• Active work: standing, walking, talking, reaching, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling; heavy lifting up to 100+ lbs; good vision for distance and depth.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

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