General Application- Goodwill Industries Ontario Great Lakes

Job summary

Perform retail duties such as providing customer service, sorting and pricing donated goods, and maintaining safe work areas. Leadership roles involve coaching team members and supporting overall store operations.

Job details

GENERAL APPLICATION – GOODWILL INDUSTRIES, ONTARIO GREAT LAKES Goodwill is hiring across Southwestern Ontario! This general posting allows you to apply once and be considered for any retail role at any Goodwill OGL location. If you want meaningful work that supports your community and the environment, we’d love to hear from you. Position Types: Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual Roles: Retail Production Associate, Sales Associate, Donation Attendant, Keyholder, Shift Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Store Manager Compensation: Varies by role. $18.10 + About Us Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes is a leading non-profit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of WORK. Ready to work or not, a job at Goodwill is a path to work readiness. Our organization strives to create a workplace which is welcoming and respectful to all where every employee and member feels valued and supported. Mission To strengthen people and communities through the power of work. Vision Everyone working and thriving in inclusive, sustainable communities. Values Mission-Driven Impact: Focusing on results that strengthen people and communities. Inclusion: Embracing diversity and creating spaces where everyone belongs Dignity: Treating every person with respect and humanity. Compassion: Leading with empathy, care and understanding. Resilience: Embracing change as an opportunity to evolve, adapt, innovate and thrive. Accountability: Taking ownership of our actions and commitments. Why You Will Love Goodwill: Competitive Compensation Package includes: * Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked). * Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles. * Employee discount at retail locations. Exciting career training and coaching: * Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials. Supportive Life and Work Opportunities: * Personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program. * Work-life balance (we provide flexibility in scheduling your shifts) * Building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We have an amazing team and workplace: * Employer of choice across Southwestern Ontario who meets the Federal Government’s 50/30 challenge for diversity in leadership. * Commitment to accessibility and mobility (various walking devices and wheelchair accessible work locations). * Mission-driven organization committed to the Power of Work. * Environmentally committed to meeting our goal of zero waste on planet earth. * Respectful, fun, and supportive team and leadership. * Accredited through CARF International. WHAT YOU’LL DO (DEPENDING ON ROLE) * Provide excellent customer service * Sort, price, and process donated goods * Maintain clean and safe work areas * Support store operations and teamwork * Follow Goodwill policies and Health & Safety guidelines * Lead or coach team members (for leadership roles) WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR * Strong communication and teamwork * Attention to detail * Enthusiasm and initiative * Customer service experience (asset) * Willingness to learn—training provided * Leadership experience (for supervisory roles) Goodwill Industries OGL thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. We use automated AI resume screening tools to help assess applications. Final interview selection is made by human staff. _____________________________________________________________ ALL GOODWILL OGL RETAIL LOCATIONS * Burlington * Cambridge * Chatham * Essex * Etobicoke (coming soon) * Fergus * Goderich * Guelph (multiple) * Hamilton (multiple) * Ingersoll * Kincardine * Kingsville * Kitchener * Komoka/Kilworth * London (many locations) * Mississauga * Newmarket * Oakville (multiple) * Port Elgin * Sarnia (multiple) * St. Thomas * Stratford * Strathroy * Tillsonburg * Toronto (multiple) * Wallaceburg * Waterloo * Windsor (multiple) * Woodstock

What you’ll do

Perform retail duties such as providing customer service, sorting and pricing donated goods, and maintaining safe work areas. Leadership roles involve coaching team members and supporting overall store operations.

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong communication skills, teamwork abilities, and a willingness to learn. Previous customer service or leadership experience is considered an asset depending on the specific role.

Benefits

• Dental benefits • Health benefits • Registered Pension Plan • Employee discount • Skills training and coaching • Scholarships • Educational credentials • Life Coach • Employee Assistance Program

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Customer Service
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Attention To Detail
• Initiative
• Leadership
• Retail Operations
• Inventory Processing

Job areas

• Retail
• Customer Service & Support
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services
• Environmental & Sustainability