Apparel Quality Specialist - Albemarle Rd - Part Time

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont•Mint Hill, NC

About The Position

At Goodwill, the work helps fuel job creation, career training, and vital community services by turning donations into opportunities. The Apparel Quality Specialist sorts donated clothing according to quality standards, identifies higher-value items for special handling, and organizes items for sale or disposal. The role also supports sales-floor stocking and removal, maintains production records and safe work areas, and helps with other roles as needed. The job is active and involves standing for most of the work time, using hands, reaching above and below the shoulders, and regularly lifting up to 10 pounds and sometimes up to 50 pounds. Starting pay is $15 per hour, with annual merit raises and production bonuses. Goodwill also offers free career training and development programs and team member discounts. Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement are listed for full-time employees only.

Requirements

No experience is necessary; a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are required.
Attention to detail when sorting items for quality and value.
Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move bins of clothing.
Reliable, responsible, and respectful team player.
Commitment to personal growth, teamwork, and Goodwill’s mission.
Ability to stand for most of the work time, use hands, and reach above and below the shoulders.
Ability to pull, throw, twist, and turn often, and talk, walk, push, bend, and stoop occasionally.
Ability to regularly lift up to 10 pounds and sometimes up to 50 pounds.
Strong close and depth vision.

Responsibilities

Sort donated clothing to determine whether it meets quality standards.
Identify and separate higher-value clothing for special handling.
Organize sellable and unsellable items into the appropriate bins.
Track daily production counts and maintain records.
Hang and group clothing using the color rotation system.
Stock or remove clothing from the sales floor as needed.
Keep work areas clean, safe, and compliant with procedures.
Support other roles, including donation processor, hanger, and cashier, as needed.
Report theft, safety, or security concerns to management.