Merchandise Processor Gaithersburg PT

Goodwill of Greater Washington•Gaithersburg, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Partner with retail team members in a high-energy, fast-paced environment to perform inventory management responsibilities. Sort, process, and prepare donated merchandise for display and sale in the retail store. The role includes evaluating donated items for quality, pricing, value, and salability; preparing merchandise for the sales floor; recording processed items; and supporting donors and retail customers. Goodwill describes opportunities for professional growth and offers benefits including same-day pay options, accrued personal time off, premium pay for working certain holidays, basic life insurance, dental and vision benefits, pet insurance, employee discounts, and access to an employee assistance program. A 403(b)/401(k) plan with match is available after one year.

Requirements

Ability to perform basic math.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic instructions.
Ability to communicate verbally with associates and customers effectively.
Ability to walk, stoop, stand, bend, lift, kneel, and climb continuously for prolonged periods, up to 7 hours per 8-hour shift.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of previous work experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
Previous experience working with merchandise pricing.
Basic computer skills.
Multilingual proficiency, including English.

Responsibilities

Transfer merchandise from containers and determine whether it is appropriate for the sales floor according to established guidelines.
Stay informed about brand names, designer labels, and current and vintage styles.
Prepare items for the sales floor and evaluate their quality, pricing, value, and salability.
Count processed items and record them on the official log.
Sort apparel into boutique, salable, and salvage categories according to quota.
Place items on hangers, put hangers on rolling racks, and transport them to the sales floor while keeping similar items grouped.
Count clothing pieces and record them on the Daily Hanger Report.
Place non-sellable merchandise in the appropriate container.
Follow safety and security practices, including reporting safety hazards and injuries to the manager on duty.
Maintain a work pace that meets required productivity goals for pieces processed.
Maintain a clean, neat uniform and appearance.
Assist in collecting and stocking donated merchandise.
Provide excellent service to donors and retail customers.
Perform other duties as directed.