Goodwill-posted 4 months ago
Shawnee, KS
Social Assistance

Goodwill of Western Missouri & Eastern Kansas has a rich, 130+ year history, serving the community in Kansas City and the surrounding areas since 1894. Many people know Goodwill for our thrift stores, but few know the impact of the mission behind those stores. Generously donated items that are sold in our stores help fund the work we do supporting thousands of local job seekers overcome barriers to employment. We believe in the Power of Work and are proud to be a nonprofit organization committed to helping people obtain and keep employment through training, education, and other wraparound services. Reporting to the Assistant General Manager, the Retail Production Associate is responsible for sorting, pricing and preparing merchandise for sale according to production and workflow standards. This position is also responsible for ensuring a positive customer experience and product workflow in both the front and back of the store.

  • Sort, inspect, tag, hang, and prepare donated items for sale according to company standards.
  • Price items per pricing standards and enter in computerized point of sale system.
  • Meet and exceed individual production goal expectations.
  • Prioritize safety and follow Agency safety policies and procedures.
  • Promptly communicate safety issues and concerns.
  • Prepare, stock, and clean the production station before and after every shift.
  • Follow all merchandise and theft prevention policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy while interacting with customers, donors, and team members.
  • Comply with all Agency policies and procedures.
  • Complete other assignments as needed to support the retail and organizational mission, including receiving donations, placement of goods to the sales floor, general store upkeep and cleaning, assisting customers and/or operating a cash register, operating a hand stacker and pallet jack, and other duties assigned.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is not required.
  • A minimum of 18 years old.
  • Possess basic mathematical and literacy skills in English as necessary for the job.
  • Ability to quickly assess donated goods and determine appropriate handling and pricing to meet production standards.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, goal driven environment.
  • Ability to learn basic computer skills as necessary to the job.
  • Commitment to mission of the organization.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods, and frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, squat, and push.
  • Must be able to work in a warehouse environment, with varying temperatures and dust.
  • Be open to working a flexible schedule based on business needs.
  • Previous experience in thrift or warehouse processing work is a plus.
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to or exceeding 50 pounds.
  • Ability to transport an item up to 100 pounds by pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds.
  • Ability to handle repetitive motions including reaching above your head.
  • Ability to learn the operation of a hand stacker and pallet jack.
  • Ability to learn handling cash and operation of a cash register.
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