Goodwill of Western New York

Prod Assoc - Softlines

Goodwill of Western New York  •  $16 - $17/hr  •  Olean, NY (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Now Hiring: Retail (Backroom) Production Associate – New Olean Store!

Join us as at our brand-new Goodwill store in Olean! This is your opportunity to be part of building a high-performing team from the ground up - where your work directly supports our mission and helps create opportunities in the community.

Behind every great store is a strong production team. As a Retail Production Associate, you’ll play a critical role in processing and preparing clothing donations for the sales floor - helping turn everyday items into valuable resources that fund our programs.

What You’ll Do

  • Sort clothing ('softlines') donations into sellable, salvage, or trash categories following Goodwill standards
  • Assess quality and identify items of value for pricing
  • Meet daily production goals while maintaining quality expectations
  • Prepare donations for the sales floor
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized work and production areas
  • Dispose of unsellable items using proper procedures (compactor/dumpster)
  • Support donation door operations and assist with donation movement as needed

Who You Are

  • Detail-oriented and efficient, with a strong work ethic
  • A team player who is ready to jump in and get the job done
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
  • Lives our values:
    Own It • Dare to Excel • Be Bold • Be Extraordinary • Win Together

What You Bring

  • Ability to assess item quality and make sound decisions
  • Reliable, punctual, and ready to contribute every day
  • Ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally and 50 lbs frequently

Grow Your Career at Goodwill

We’re committed to promoting from within and helping our employees grow. Starting in production can lead to:

  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Development and training programs
  • Hands-on training and skill development
  • A supportive team environment focused on growth, learning and impact

Compensation

  • $16.00–$17.00/hour, based on experience, skills, and education
  • Ongoing review of pay and benefits to remain competitive
  • Potential bonus eligibility for full time employees

Make an Impact in Olean

Be part of launching something new while doing work that matters. Every item you process helps fund programs that change lives across our community.

Goodwill of Western New York

About Goodwill of Western New York

Since 1920, Goodwill of Western New York has been serving our community with the philosophy of "not a charity, but a chance"​. This philosophy remains our guiding principle 100 years later.

When you make the choice to shop at Goodwill, the money you spend stays directly in our community and gives people an opportunity to make a fresh start. Fueled by generous donations from the community, the revenue generated from our retail operations funds the programs and services delivered by our Workforce Development division and makes our mission – changing lives through the power of work - a reality.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Buffalo, New York
Year Founded
1920
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