DONATION PROCESSING ASSOCIATE

Donation Processing Associate

As a Donation Processing Associate, you will be responsible for performing various warehouse tasks related to the processing of donated goods. This role involves sorting, grading, and handling donations while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient workspace.

Your journey with us ensures your work brings purpose as it directly impacts our mission services & the communities we serve. We welcome you as you are. To that end, we believe Goodwill's strength lies in the diversity of those we employ, educate, and serve.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Associate shopping discount
• Celebratory activities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Free training and development programs

Your Typical Day:

• Sorting Donations: Presort donations into three categories textiles, hardline goods, and trash.
• Textile Handling: Grade, hang, and tag textiles according to company standards.
• Material Movement: Transport materials between workstations as needed.
• Receiving Donations: Assist donors with unloading vehicles, carrying donations, and providing receipts.
• Donation Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate daily records of donations and donor interactions.
• Seasonal Item Packaging: Pack seasonal items and label containers for storage or shipping.
• Store Shipment Support: Participate in fulfilling store shipment needs, completing necessary paperwork.
• Warehouse Maintenance: Remove trash and keep workstations and warehouse areas clean and organized.
• Customer Interaction: Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy while interacting with customers, donors, and team members.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures, wear required safety equipment, and actively support the safety program.
• Production Standards: Ensure the store maintains production goals and standards set by DGR leadership.
• Additional Duties: Complete other assignments as needed to support the retail and organizational mission.

What you'll need:

• High School diploma or GED, or equivalent job-related experience
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly assess donated goods and determine appropriate handling.
• Functional reading and writing skills
• Good color vision and eyesight for accurate sorting and grading.
• Must be able to use a hand truck and manage physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 40-60 pounds.
• Ability to push or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, and frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, squat, and push.
• Work is conducted in a warehouse environment, with varying temperatures.
• Must be able to work in both hot and cold conditions and in a dusty environment.

Join us in our commitment to sustainability and making a positive contribution to our community. Our values guide everything that we do.