Outlet Associate Trainee - Foley (28 hours/week0

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF THE GULF COAST INC • Foley, AL

17h • $16 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

This temporary position contributes to the flow of goods through the outlet store and salvage departments, aiming to minimize waste and maximize profits that fund community services. The Outlet Associate Trainee will assist in the general day-to-day operations of the Outlet Store by maintaining a clean, productive, and safe work environment.

Requirements

• Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
• Must be able to market Goodwill and explain the mission to the general public.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English – enough to keep logs updated.
• Must establish and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisor and co-workers.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Ability to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
• Must be able to take initiative and make decisions with little supervision.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to engage in frequent bending, stretching, stooping, and prolonged standing, walking and twisting.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. frequently, 75lbs. regularly, and 100+ lbs. with assistance occasionally.
• Ability to push equipment on wheels weighing 50 lbs. to 150 lbs.
• Ability to use fingers, hands and wrists, repetitively.
• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS REQUIRED SUNDAY-SATURDAY 8:00AM - 6:30PM TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE POSITION.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience working in a warehouse environment preferred.
• Prior forklift experience in a warehouse environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Outlet Store sales floor, exit/entry doors, aisles and ramps remain clear and free of equipment and debris.
• Sort and implement quality controls procedures for all donated items, such as apparel, shoes, books, purses, hats/belts, plastics, metals and all household items.
• Maintain inventory through identifying, labeling and placing material in the designated areas.
• Serve as a fill-in for donation centers.
• Observe safety procedures and personnel policies.
• Regular attendance is required as outlined in Goodwill’s attendance policy.
• Move goods and equipment interdepartmentally using carts, hand trucks and other material handling equipment.
• Dispose of trash and un-usable merchandise into compactor.
• Transfer tables from warehouse to the sales floor and from the sales floor to the warehouse.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Path to Permanent Employment: These roles are intended to become regular positions after 90 days. Conversion is expected as long as work performance, work ethic, and cultural fit meet expectations.

What This Job Offers

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