Production Worker

Goodwill West Texas provides employment services and programs to help our employees, as well as members of our community, fulfill their potential. In collaboration with a network of other local resource providers, we continually strive to fulfill our mission of "providing opportunities for people with barriers to employment."

Goodwill West Texas is a lot more than “just a thrift store.” Goodwill is really about changing lives and providing self-sufficiency and dignity through work. That’s why 87 cents of every dollar earned in our stores goes directly to our mission. 

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 TITLE: Production Worker STATUS:  Non-exempt JOB# 3030

 IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  Donation Services Manager or Store Manager SUPERVISES:  N/A

POSITION SUMMARY: Demonstrates Goodwill’s Core Values through actions and behaviors. Clean and categorize donated goods to ready them for distribution and presentation in stores. Tag appropriate items using the POS tagging system. 

 EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

No experience required

QUALIFICATIONS / SPECIFIC SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to operate POS tagging system
• Must be able to read and write
• Must be able to follow verbal instructions
• Relate appropriately and positively with co-workers
• Must be able to safely handle, lift and carry items  
• Maneuver carts and containers filled with clothing and materials
• Must have good vision and use of hands in sorting
• Stooping and bending required
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Some weekend work required

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

(E) – Essential function of job duties

 Adhere to and promote Goodwill’s performance standards and Core Values. Foster a positive team environment. (E)

• Examine items for defects & sort based on whether the item can be sold or must be discarded.  (E)
• Clean and perform final sort on various items (E)
• Appropriately price items based on condition, market value and Goodwill’s pricing rules (E)
• Expertly and efficiently operate tagger computer system. Print tags and attach to items using appropriate placement (E)
• Use appropriate containers, carts, barrels and racks to separate items (E)
• Follow safety protocols at all times and especially when using equipment in the warehouse. (E)
• Safely operate equipment which you have been properly trained to use. (E)
• Operate efficiently and stay on task to meet or exceed established goals. (E)
• Maintain workspace in accordance with Goodwill procedures and safety protocols. (E)
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures & practices (E)
• Communicate appropriately and positively with co-workers
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor