Donation Attendant

Vacancy Status: Vacant New Position

Hours of Work: This is an hourly-paid position. Hours of work are not guaranteed and are scheduled based on the needs of the business and may vary from week to week. 

Goodwill is hiring, join our growing organization today! We are looking for people just like YOU!

The Production Preparation Associate is responsible for providing world-class customer service and processing donated goods while ensuring a Healthy and Safe working environment. As a Production Preparation Associate, you will be supporting the environment through reuse and recycling of donated goods.

If you have a passion for thrifting, making a difference in your community, helping people and the environment – come join Goodwill! We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving the lives of others through our mission of WORK.

We welcome all backgrounds, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives. No experience is needed as we will help train, coach, and support your path of success. We welcome newcomers to the region to apply.  Grow your career, skills and reach your full potential.  

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 Will Do

• Provide world-class customer service by helping customers, answering questions, and sharing your passion for our mission when greeting donors.

• Sort donations into Goodwill's categories for processing

• Maintain accurate daily counts of donors

• Maintain acceptable product standards.

• Follow Goodwill’s Policies and Health & Safety guidelines.

• Contribute to teamwork with added activities

• Help to keep the donor area look clean, organized and safe

What We Are Looking For

• Enthusiasm: excited to work with other people and teams.

• Flexibility: able to work at various times, including days, evenings, and weekends.

• Any experience is welcome—we will help coach you to gain these workplace skills:

Communication: effectively speaking with and listening to team members and customers to create a positive workplace.

Problem-solving: finding solutions to problems, being accurate, and using simple math such as counting, adding and subtraction.

Grow Your Career in Similar Roles

• Retail Production Associate

• Retail Sales Associate

• Keyholder

• Shift Supervisor

• Assistant Manager

• Store Manager

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.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 22, 2026