Retail Merchandise Processor at Independence
Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries
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Job overview
Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is hiring a Retail Merchandise Processor at Independence. Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries seeks Retail Merchandise Processors in Independence, KY to sort, price, and prepare donated items for sale, providing exceptional customer service while adhering to safety and store standards in a fast‑paced, rotating‑shift environment.
Key focus areas include Sort and process soft and hard line merchandise from containers, Roll merchandise and accurately stock on sales floor, and Record and monitor donations accurately and timely.
Important skills include Flexible Schedule, Follow Directions, English Communication, Problem Solving, Customer Service, and Sorting Merchandise.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Compensation
$13.00 - $13.00 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
5
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
Rotating
Job Description
Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries, founded in 1916, is one of the largest providers of rehabilitation services in the State of Ohio. Utilizing our retail store network, we generate sales revenue to support thousands of individuals with disabilities and homeless local veterans.
The Retail Merchandise Processor will partner with production and retail team members in a high energy fast-paced environment to perform a variety of operational functions that include receiving, sorting, pricing, processing and preparing donated merchandise to display for sale in a Goodwill retail store.
POSITIONS NEEDED:
1 Full-Time
4 Part-Time
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Required Skills & Qualifications
Work a flexible schedule in support of the store opening, production, and closing operations including work on weekends and holidays.
A minimum of six months of previous work experience, or the equivalent educational or vocational experience preferred.
Must be able to follow directions well and communicate effectively in English
Ability to problem solve.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all our customers in a friendly and engaging way.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds at times.
Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, bending, kneeling and climbing for prolonged periods of time (up to 7 hours per 8 hour shift).
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to airborne particles.
Role and Responsibilities
Sort and process soft and hard line merchandise from containers to determine appropriateness for the sales floor in accordance with established guidelines.
Roll merchandise and accurately stock on sales floor.
Accurately and timely record and monitor donations.
Stay abreast of brand name, designer labels, current and vintage styles.
Sort apparel into boutique/Ecommerce, sellable, and salvage categories according to quota.
Place items on hangers, places hangers on rolling rack, and transport them to the sales floor keeping similar items grouped.
Maintain a pace at which one is able to meet daily quota for pieces processed.
Price and roll merchandise to sales floor to their appropriate areas in a well-organized/merchandised manner
Comply with safety and security practices including reporting safety hazards and injuries to the manager on duty.
Provide exceptional customer service to all our donors/customers, including friendly and engaging interactions.
Comply with all policies, including participating in store meetings and trainings.
Adhere to work schedule set by supervisor.
Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment, including production area.
Maintain a professional appearance adhering to Goodwill uniform standards.
Communicate Goodwill’s mission and vision effectively to our donors and customers.
Cross train as necessary in other functions of store operations and assist as needed in other areas of the store.
Other duties as assigned.
If you’re looking for a rewarding, fulfilling experience, please join our team!!
Please complete application and attach resume with detailed work experience. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.
Payrate: $13.00 per hour
EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled
Job Type
Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
Yes
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
Yes
Veteran Preference
Yes
Background Check Required
Yes
Industry
Retail
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
51720
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