Retail Associate - Full Time (Huntington)

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana•Huntington, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is looking for Retail Associates for our store in Huntington, IN! This is not a run-of-the-mill retail job. If you want to serve your community while building your career with an eco-friendly organization, then this might be the perfect opportunity for you! Goodwill’s mission is to Empower and prepare people for independence through training, personal growth and work. Goodwill stores support this mission by collecting and selling goods donated by the community. As a Retail Associate, you are the face of the organization! You can expect to assist with purchases, operating the cash register accurately and effectively. You will be maintaining the sales floor, stocking and merchandising. With attention to detail, you will sort and grade donations and price items for the sales floor. When a donor arrives, you help bring the donation into the building and issue a tax receipt. Every day brings something different!

Requirements

Ability to operate a POS terminal and count back change.
Ability to lift, push or pull up to 20 lbs. frequently; 50 lbs. occasionally and 100 lbs. occasionally.
Friendly.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Thrive in a fast paced and changing environment.
Ability to make change.
Basic literacy (to complete forms).
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
Ability to work within the team concept.
Fully comply with Goodwill’s Code of Ethics.
Subject to background check.
Subject to random alcohol and drug testing as specified in the Drug-Free Workplace Program.
Minimum of three months working experience required.

Responsibilities

Operates cash register, gives correct change and receipt, and bags purchases.
Accepts credit cards for purchase according to established procedures.
Watches for illegal activity and alerts management.
Keeps cash register area orderly and stocked with necessary supplies.
Maintains floor and fitting rooms during business hours.
Refers customer problems to management.
Sorts, hangs, tags and clothing donations according to established guidelines.
Pulls items according to established procedures.
Meets established production standards.
Heavy lifting, pushing and pulling required.
Handles all aspects of customer service in a professional manner.
Follows all safety rules and practices.
Performs all other duties as may be assigned by management in the process of carrying out the mission of Goodwill Industries.
Maintain a positive work outlook and to project a pleasant, courteous, and helpful demeanor at all times when dealing with customers, donors, co-workers, and clients.
Assists customers in locating merchandise and prices.
Displays merchandise in windows/display cases.
Answers telephone and other inquiries regarding donation sites/policies.
Attends monthly store meetings.