Job Description

Warehouse Associate, New Goods
Goodwill Columbus – Donated Goods Retail
Pay: $14–$16 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours
Employment Type: Full-time, Hourly
Why This Role Matters
When you join Goodwill Columbus, you’re doing more than moving goods—you’re helping people build lives of possibility and purpose. Every item you process helps fund job training, employment services, and support for people in our community.
If you like clear goals, staying organized, and seeing the results of your work, this role may be a great fit for you.
What You’ll Do
As a Warehouse Associate, New Goods, you help make sure new merchandise moves smoothly from delivery to our retail stores. You’ll play a key role in meeting daily and weekly goals for accuracy, speed, and quality.
You will:
• Receive and unpack new merchandise shipments
• Check items against packing slips to make sure counts and details are correct
• Inspect products for damage or defects and flag issues right away
• Label, stage, and organize merchandise using clear standards
• Use scanners, computers, and Excel logs to track inventory accurately
• Keep your work area clean, safe, and well organized
• Work closely with teammates and store partners to meet shared goals
This is a hands-on role where accuracy, focus, and follow-through matter.
What Helps You Succeed Here
You’ll do well in this role if you:
• Enjoy meeting productivity and accuracy goals (KPIs)
• Pay close attention to details and take pride in doing things right
• Can stay focused while juggling multiple tasks
• Are comfortable using basic technology (scanners, computers, Excel)
• Communicate clearly and work well with others
• Take ownership of your work and show up ready to contribute
Warehouse, fulfillment, or inventory experience is a plus—but not required. We’re happy to train motivated people who want to learn.
Physical & Work Environment Expectations
This role is active and based in a warehouse setting. You should be comfortable with:
• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and grasping throughout the day
• Repetitive hand and wrist movements
• Lifting up to 40 pounds regularly
• Working around warehouse noise and moving equipment
Reasonable accommodations are available.
Why You’ll Like Working at Goodwill Columbus
• You’ll be part of a mission driven organization that helps people reach their full potential
• You’ll work with a team that values respect, accountability, and teamwork
• You’ll have opportunities to grow your skills and build a career
• You’ll know your work makes a real difference every day
Ready to Apply?
If you’re motivated, dependable, and excited to be part of a team that works toward shared goals, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help move our mission forward—one shipment at a time.