Thrift Store Associate

Goodwill NYNJ•Larchmont, NY

5d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Thrift Store Associate is a fast-paced production role responsible for receiving donations and preparing them for sale. The role involves sorting, tagging, pricing, and preparing merchandise for the sales floor while handling a high volume of inventory. Associates maintain stockroom organization, support quality control, and follow safety standards. The work requires standing for extended periods and lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds. The position is full-time and requires weekday availability as well as flexibility for some weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays. The business operates Monday through Sunday, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and availability flexibility is essential to meet business needs. The role involves handling pre-owned merchandise that may contain allergens, dust, or other substances. Goodwill provides training and protective equipment, and employees must follow safety protocols and report concerns to management.

Requirements

Ability to provide friendly, respectful service to a diverse donor and customer population.
Ability to follow safety procedures and operational guidelines.
Comfort performing physical tasks, including lifting, sorting, and standing for extended periods.
Basic communication and teamwork skills.
Availability for weekdays and some weekends, with flexibility for Saturdays and Sundays.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Prior experience in customer service, donation processing, retail, or warehouse environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

Sort, grade, and inspect donated textiles, housewares, electronics, shoes, and accessories for quality and condition.
Tag and price merchandise according to company standards and meet hourly production goals.
Prepare merchandise on rolling racks and carts for transport to the sales floor, meeting company standards for full fixtures.
Organize and separate items for e-commerce and clearance departments, accurately labeling all goods.
Follow safety procedures and operational guidelines to maintain a clean and secure work environment.
Provide customer and donor service, including accepting donations, issuing receipts, and keeping the donation area neat and organized when needed.
Support Goodwill’s mission by maximizing efficiency and productivity in daily tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the store team and broader organizational goals.