Clearance Center Associate (PT)

Lead the Floor. Drive Results. Make an Impact Every Day.

Goodwill Southern California is hiring Clearance Center Lead Associates to support our mission of transforming lives through the power of work. As a Lead, you’ll play a key role in supporting daily operations, developing team members, and ensuring a safe, productive, and customer-focused environment within the clearance center.

What You’ll Do:

• Support daily operations by assisting with opening, closing, and floor coordination alongside leadership.
• Train, coach, and support team members to meet production, sales, and service goals.
• Provide excellent service to customers, donors, and team members while modeling professionalism and positivity.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized work environment by following all company procedures.
• Support loss prevention and de-escalation practices, reinforcing proper procedures with the team.
• Oversee donation processing, sorting, pricing, and merchandising to meet company standards.
• Operate point-of-sale systems and ensure accurate cash handling.
• Assist with truck processing, product movement, and overall floor operations.
• Communicate operational issues and escalate concerns to leadership when needed.
• Work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and support nearby locations as needed.

What You Bring:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in basic English.
• Some retail, sales, or leadership experience preferred.
• Comfort using POS systems, computers, and basic technology.
• Ability to support, coach, and guide team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate day-to-day operational challenges.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently when needed.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and engage with the public.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.
• Commitment to Goodwill’s mission and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence).

What’s in it for you:

• Hourly Rate: 16.90
• Discount at Goodwill SoCal retail locations
• Goodwill Perks: Discounts on dining, retail, theme parks, and movies
• Employee Assistance Program: Mental and physical wellness, financial and legal resources, and career and education support

Full-time Positions are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account - FSA
• Life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) 
• Tuition Reimbursement

Build your leadership skills with purpose. Join Goodwill SoCal and help strengthen your team while creating opportunities that change lives.

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Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, and any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.  

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