Merchandise Processor Fairfax FT

Goodwill of Greater Washington • Fairfax, VA

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About The Position

The Merchandise Processor works with retail team members in a high-energy, fast-paced environment to manage donated inventory. The role involves sorting, evaluating, processing, and preparing donated merchandise for display and sale in the retail store, while providing service to donors and customers and meeting productivity quotas.

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 frequently lift up to 25 pounds.

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 ability with proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Transfer merchandise from containers and determine whether it is suitable 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, arrange hangers on rolling racks, and transport racks to the sales floor, 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 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 with collecting and stocking donated merchandise.
• Provide excellent service to donors and retail customers.
• Perform other duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed