Sales Production Associate - Merrillville- FT

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES GROUP • Merrillville, IN

4d • $11 - $0 • Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to the Store Manager who evaluates performance annually. In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of: Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing. The Sales Production Associate is responsible for efficiently receiving, sorting, pricing, tagging, and stocking donations, ensuring a seamless flow from the drive-thru to the sales floor. They contribute to the overall smooth operation of a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to engage positively with donors, express gratitude, and create a welcoming experience.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor, demonstrating patience and professionalism in all interactions.
• Strong attention to detail when sorting, inspecting, and pricing donated items to ensure quality, proper categorization, and compliance with store guidelines.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply donation policies, including identifying acceptable and non-acceptable items.
• Basic understanding of safety protocols, including proper lifting techniques, hazard awareness, and workplace safety procedures to prevent injuries and ensure a secure environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and organization.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Flexible availability.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), and light industrial machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to move filled boxes barrels and Z racks weighing no more than 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly, provide excellent customer service and address customer inquiries promptly to ensure a positive shopping experience.
• Track and inventory levels, perform regular counts, restock merchandise on the sales floor, and report discrepancies to management.
• Ensure stockroom and back-end inventory are organized for easy access.
• Process customer purchases accurately using the POS system, handle cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately, monitor cash drawer for discrepancies, and assist with end-of-day cash balancing and deposits.
• Uphold Kaizen standards by continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency, organization, and workflow.
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to support store operations, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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