Thrift Store Associate

February 10, 2026

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About the position

This is a fast-paced production role responsible for receiving donations and preparing them for sale. The role includes sorting, tagging, pricing, and preparing merchandise for the sales floor. The position requires the ability to stand for extended periods and to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds while working with a high volume of inventory. Maintaining stockroom organization, ensuring quality control, and following safety standards are essential to success in this role. At Goodwill NYNJ, we empower individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment to gain independence through the power of work. Founded more than 109 years ago, Goodwill believes in never leaving talent behind and that a positive world is where all talents are recognized.  Operating over 30 retail locations, Goodwill is known for its retail stores and is a destination for donating goods – our retail operations make a material, sustainable impact on textile reuse. Join our team and be part of something meaningful. Here, your work creates opportunities for yourself and for others in the community.

Responsibilities

Sort, grade, and inspect donations (textiles, housewares, electronics, shoes, and accessories) for quality and condition.
Tag and price merchandise according to company standards, meeting production goals per hour).
Prepare items 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 excellent customer and donor service, including accepting donations, issuing receipts, and ensuring the donation area remains 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.

Benefits

Eligible to earn incentives for achieving performance targets.
Retail Store Discounts - 50% All year long. Additional discounts for travel, entertainment, etc. through Plum Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
Medical, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Insurance Offerings
Competitive vacation, sick, parental leave, and personal days with increased accrual over time. Additional generous paid prenatal and parental leave.
Free access to hundreds of guided exercises for meditation, sleep, focus, and movement for employees and their loved ones.
\$500 employee referral bonus.
403(b) with up to 4% employer match after 1 year of service.

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