Associate, Donated Goods

The Donated Goods Associate supports store operations by assisting with the intake, processing, stocking, and sale of donated goods. This position ensures an Amazing Customer Experience (ACE) by providing friendly, efficient service at the register, in the donation area, and on the sales floor.

• Provide excellent customer service by greeting donors and customers in a friendly, helpful manner consistent with Goodwill’s ACE culture.
• Accurately process sales transactions at the register, including cash, credit, and other forms of payment, while following all cash‑handling policies.
• Receive, unload, and sort donated goods; determine quality and usability of items based on Goodwill guidelines.
• Hang, tag, price, and stock donated merchandise efficiently to meet production and sales goals.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the sales floor, donation area, stockroom, and restrooms.
• Observe the attendance policy; maintain regular attendance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and loss‑prevention procedures.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answer questions regarding store policies and promotions.
• Support team members by flexing between cashier, production, and sales floor duties as needed.
• Participate in training and development to enhance skills and knowledge of Goodwill’s mission and policies.
• May participate in new store building and renovation efforts as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet daily production, safety, and customer goals.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 0–6 months related experience and/or training; previous retail, cashier, or warehouse experience helpful but not required.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic math and reading skills required.
• Must be able to follow directions, work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn Goodwill standards for donations, pricing, and sales.
• Complete required training, Haz Mat awareness, and equipment certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Basic proficiency with POS, handheld scanners, barcode printers; willingness to learn AI‑assisted item recognition/price suggestion tools as deployed.
• Dependable attendance.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods.
• Frequently lift up to 25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs.; push/pull loaded Gaylords/carts up to 150 lbs. with assistance/tools.
• Regular exposure to warehouse and retail environments with moderate noise and occasional outdoor conditions.

This role contributes directly to Goodwill’s mission of Changing Lives Through Education, Training, and Employment by ensuring donated goods are processed efficiently and customers and donors receive excellent service.