Cashier - Lima Allentown

Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley•Lima, OH

About The Position

Perform retail sales functions, accept merchandise donations, and select and price donated goods and textiles for sale in retail stores according to the Retail Procedures Manual. The role provides friendly, professional customer service, operates the cash register, handles and prepares donations, and maintains merchandise and displays. It also includes housekeeping, safety, reporting, and other duties assigned by a manager, assistant, or supervisor. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and requires a flexible schedule to meet store needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Retail sales experience involving cashiering, customer service, and shipping/receiving preferred but not required.
Box truck experience preferred but not required.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and random drug screens.
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule based on store needs.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform housekeeping duties, including vacuuming and restroom cleaning, some of which may require working outdoors in the elements.
Ability to unload and load trailers safely and efficiently, potentially using powered equipment.
Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
Ability to accept and load clothing, furniture, appliances, and other household donations, and to sort and pack donations.

Nice To Haves

Retail sales experience involving cashiering, customer service, and shipping/receiving.
Box truck experience.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Provide friendly, professional customer service in person and by telephone, maintaining a cheerful and pleasant disposition and meeting agency service standards.
Load and sort materials on trailers according to instructions and perform shipping and receiving duties safely and efficiently, potentially using powered equipment.
Maintain premises in compliance with agency safety and housekeeping practices, including cleaning duties that may involve working outdoors.
Operate the cash register accurately and efficiently, including handling change, receipts, checks, charges, and discounts.
Inspect donated textiles, furniture, appliances, household goods, books, toys, decorations, sporting goods, and other items to determine saleability.
Receive and handle donated goods from donors; accept and load donations and sort and pack them for resale or storage.
Sort and hang garments, place them on appropriate racks, keep the pulling system current, stock shelves, and maintain displays.
Meet Goodwill quality control standards for textiles, miscellaneous goods, and furniture.
Test electrical appliances to determine whether they operate safely.
Complete assigned reports accurately, including donation counts, readings, daily business statements, deposits, and cash drawer records.
Price merchandise according to prescribed criteria and prepare textiles and goods for resale.
Disinfect upholstered materials using Steri-Fab.
Follow the Goodwill dress code and maintain a professional image and attitude.
Maintain donation records and reports.
Work as a team member and independently, and offer suggestions and make decisions that can positively affect the store and help the business grow.
Comply with agency policies, procedures, and safety standards, maintaining work areas to meet CARF, Department of Labor, and other regulatory standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned while maintaining an enthusiastic and helpful attitude.