To provide safe and efficient operation of the baler to process and compact materials for shipment, ensuring proper handling and organization. This position reports to the Salvage Outlet Warehouse Manager who evaluates performance annually.
In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of: Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing.
Essential Job Functions:- Operate a forklift or pallet jack to safely and efficiently move materials as needed.
- Sort and organize materials according to warehouse guidelines to ensure proper storage and processing.
- Prepare, compact, and process salvage materials accurately for shipment, following established procedures.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment by upholding housekeeping standards and disposing of waste properly.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Ability to obtain required certifications for Forklift and Compactor.
- Ability to safely operate baler, pallet jack, pallet stacker and compactor.
- Ability to accurately weigh material.
- Ability to pass a drug screen.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Flexible availability.
- Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
- Able to effectively and safely use standard office and light industrial equipment.
Skills Required
- Ability to obtain required forklift and compactor certifications
- Ability to safely operate a baler, pallet jack, pallet stacker, and compactor
- Ability to accurately weigh materials
- Ability to pass a drug screen
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Flexible availability
- Ability to frequently bend, twist, reach, push, pull, crouch, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive movements
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to safely use standard office and light industrial equipment
What We Do
Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc. is a leading private, not-for-profit corporation that provides retail services to fund free community, career, and education programs across Northern Indiana. Its mission is to provide jobs, training, and placement services for people with barriers to employment by expanding their opportunities and occupational capabilities in response to local needs, offering critical community-based services.
