Goodwill Industries Akron

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If you are looking for a rewarding career and an excellent working environment, apply for one of our open positions at Goodwill Industries of Akron!

Due to the high volume of resumes and applications received, we are unable to return all phone calls regarding the status of your application/resume. If you are not contacted regarding the position for which you have applied, the Human Resource Department maintains your information on file for one year.

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If you are interested in employment with Goodwill, please fill out an application or e-mail your resume to: recruiter@goodwillakron.org.

updated 05/12/08

Administration/Finance/Facilities:

- Manager, Human Resources

- Volunteer Services Coordinator

- Administrative Assistant

Retail Operations:

- Assistant Store Manager

- Processor

- Retail Sales Associate

- Key Holder

- Donation Attendant

Workforce Development:

- Case Manager, Vocational Services

- Job Placement Specialist

- Job Placement Specialist - Access to Recovery

- Employer Relations Representative

- OWF Case Manager

Contract Services/Transportation:

- Assembler

- Sewer

- Baler

- Dock Worker

MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES—1 PT (29 hours/week), Waterloo Facility

Manage the day-to-day operations of the Human Resource department including training, compensation, employee relations, benefits, legal, employee activities, recruiting, wage administration, analysis of job descriptions and performance appraisals, employee counseling and coaching as appropriate to position, workers’ compensation and unemployment. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience. Five to seven years work experience in a human resources role. Supervisory experience and Microsoft office proficiency required.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES COORDINATOR—1 PT, Waterloo Facility

Position is responsible for agency's volunteer program. Recruit volunteers using appropriate resources, conduct volunteer orientation, track volunteer hours, and coordinate recognition program. Bachelor's degree preferred (particularly in the fields of PR, marketing, or HR), 5-7 years of experience preferred (in managing volunteer programs or recruitment), and must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT—1 PT (25 hours/week), Waterloo Facility

Provide support for the Executive, Employee & Public Relations, Retail, and Industrial Divisions, including relief coverage for reception area and assistance with special events as assigned. Excellent typing and writing skills required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. High school diploma or GED.

ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER—1 FT, Waterloo Facility

Assist store manager in overseeing retail store location, ensuring smooth flow of operation and provide excellent customer service to achieve company financial goals. High school diploma or GED. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that is acceptable to Goodwill’s liability insurance provider. Work all shifts. Previous retail experience required. Ability to supervise and train.

PROCESSOR

Lakemore - 2 PT & 1 Less-time

Mansfield - 3 PT

Midway (Tallmadge) - 1 Flex, 1 PT & 1 Less-time

Select and price donated goods and textiles to be sold in retail stores according to the Standard Operating Procedures Manual. High School Diploma preferred, but not necessary. Basic mathematical skills needed. Excellent communication skills. Lift and or move up to 30 pounds.

RETAIL STORE ASSOCIATE

Brunswick - 1 PT

Lakemore - 1 PT

Kent - 1 Flex

Mansfield - 3 PT

Medina - 1 PT

Midway - 1 PT & 1 Flex

State Road (Cuyahoga Falls) - 1 PT

Streetsboro - 1 PT & 1 Less-time

Excellent customer service skills. Sorting and pricing donations, cashiering and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Some customer service/retail experience preferred. Work all shifts.

KEY HOLDER

Lakemore - 1 FT

Medina - 1 FT

Midway - 1 FT

State Road (Cuyahoga Falls) - 1 FT

Waterloo - 1 FT

Responsibilities include sorting and pricing donations, cashiering and opening and closing procedures. Some customer service/retail exp pref. High school diploma or GED. Work all shifts.

DONATION ATTENDANT

Ashland - 1 PT

Kent - 1 PT

Lakemore - 1 PT

Mansfield - 2 PT

Medina - 1 PT

Midway - 1 PT, 1 Flex & 1 Less-time

State Road (Cuyahoga Falls) - 1 PT, 1 Flex & 1 Less-time

Streetsboro - 1 PT

Waterloo Road - 1 PT

Coventry & Fairlawn ADC - 1 PT

Hudson ADC - 1 Flex

Mansfield ADC - 1 Less-time

Accept donations of clothing and household items while providing exceptional customer service to donors. Customer service experience a plus. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

CASE MANAGER—1 PT, Streetsboro & 1 On-call, Ashland, Vocational Services

Will promote service participant development. Conduct, interpret and evaluate participant intakes and histories and include in the design of an appropriate service plan for them with their participation and input. Work with individuals in a variety of environments and cultural contexts. Experience with MRDD, Job Coaching or Case Mgmt pref. Good communication and organizational skills. BA/BS in Social Work, Psychology or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

JOB PLACEMENT SPECIALIST—1 FT, Waterloo Facility & 1 PT, Ashland/Richland Counties, Vocational Services

Utilize community employer contacts to achieve independent participant employment and retention. Provide leadership and mentoring to participants as well as the support necessary to encourage long term job retention. Educate employer contacts on participant programs. Create position matches, referrals, intakes and participant and employer satisfaction. Develop community-based work adjustment and assessment sites as requested. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in placement and/or outside sales required. Valid driver’s license and knowledge of different disabilities and/or social services required.

JOB PLACEMENT SPECIALIST- ACCESS TO RECOVERY—1 FT, Waterloo Facility, Vocational Services

Utilize community employer contacts to achieve independent participant employment and retention. Provide leadership and mentoring to participants as well as the support necessary to encourage long term job retention. Educate employer contacts on participant programs and develop employment opportunities. Create position matches, referrals, intakes and participant and employer satisfaction. Develop community-based work adjustment and assessment sites as requested. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in placement and/or outside sales required. Valid driver’s license and knowledge of different disabilities and/or social services required. Ability to work with ex-offenders and individuals with substance abuse issues.

EMPLOYER RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVE—2 FT, Employment Resource Center

Acts as liaison between the agency and employers in assigned territories. Visits employers to market WIA One-Stop services and solicit job opportunities and employer participation. Maintains employer files, coordinates pre-screening of referrals with Job Placement Specialists in a timely manner. Develops, prepares, and monitors on-the-job training contracts, prepares job order info and logs. Experience with job placement required, degree preferred. Good communication skills.

OWF CASE MANAGER—1 FT, Employment Resource Center

Will promote service participant development. Provide direction to participants on use of tutorials and on-site mentoring and developing and individual employment plan. Provide counseling to workers affected by job loss and/or barriers to employment, assist in identifying skills and vocational goals. Maintain client file and work with Summit County DJFS staff. Experience with employment and training programs. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in case management, license in Social Work preferred.

ASSEMBLER—2 PT, Waterloo Facility

Perform assembly and packing operations for various customers. Perform general light industrial tasks as needed. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. High school diploma or GED preferred. One year experience in manufacturing environment. Must be able to count accurately and stand for up to 8 hours with breaks.

SEWER—1 FT, Waterloo Facility

Create assorted products such as safety vests, flags, and laundry bags. Must be able to run single stitch, serger, and industrial sewing machines (walking foot). Must be able to sustain standard levels of production on repetitive tasks. Ability to comprehend directions. 3-5 years experience preferred.

BALER, STATE USE— 1 PT, Waterloo Facility

Supply bales of textiles to be sold in salvage market and bale cardboard. Must have physician certified disability as defined by the ADA per the requirements of Goodwill's State Use Contracts. Must be capable of operating the bailing machine and lifting up to 50 pounds. Full use of body, capable of carrying, etc. Able to operate counterbalance scale to weight bales.

DOCK WORKER—1 PT & 1 Flex, Waterloo Facility

Load and unload merchandise from trucks and trailers by following company policies and safety procedures to ensure store merchandise service. Receive shipped merchandise. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with full range of motion, basic math skills, valid drivers’ license and ability to work in adverse weather conditions required.

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