CW Dock Worker 1

Goodwill Industries of Houston•Houston, TX

20d

About The Position

The Computer Works Dock Worker 1 processes donated goods and keeps equipment emptied for transportation flow according to Goodwill Houston policy. The role supports the efficient and cost-effective operation and stewardship of the outlet store and donation center to maximize profitability for mission services funding. The position demonstrates Goodwill Houston’s Core Values, follows its Guiding Principles, CARF standards, compliance standards, and safety procedures, and helps maintain consistent Computer Works store operations. The employee processes, sorts, bales, and moves merchandise; supports quality control; and keeps the processing area clean. The role also includes operating material handling equipment safely, reporting maintenance needs and incidents, completing paperwork, and maintaining cooperative working relationships with team members. Duties may change or include other tasks assigned by Management. The work takes place indoors, with exposure to outside temperatures and usually moderate noise. Physical requirements include standing and walking continuously throughout a shift; frequently pushing and pulling; occasionally bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, reaching above the shoulders, and climbing a ladder; and lifting up to 40 pounds. The position requires reliable transportation and punctual, dependable attendance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to work independently.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to multitask, make quick decisions, and work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
Punctual and dependable attendance.
Must be free from alcohol and drugs.
Ability to stand and walk continuously for the duration of a shift.
Ability to push and pull frequently and to bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, reach above the shoulders, and climb a ladder occasionally.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Goodwill Houston’s Core Values and adhere to its Guiding Principles and CARF standards.
Support alignment and consistency across Computer Works store operations.
Process donated goods efficiently according to organizational needs and adapt to changes in commodities processing as assigned.
Bale merchandise and identify which items can be baled together and which must be processed separately.
Assist with quality control assurance.
Sort and process merchandise promptly as assigned.
Assist with moving goods in dock or production areas and with loading and unloading trucks, using material handling equipment as needed.
Sort products into appropriate salvage, recycling, and trash categories based on current commodity expectations.
Operate assigned material handling equipment safely and prudently, following Texas law and Goodwill Houston safety policies and procedures.
Maintain the processing area in a neat and clean condition.
Follow safe work procedures and use required personal protective equipment; report incidents and injuries immediately to a supervisor.
Follow applicable compliance standards and organizational guidelines for processing commodities.
Report equipment, machinery, and property repair or maintenance needs to a manager in a timely manner.
Complete required paperwork accurately and on time in accordance with policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative, functional working relationships with all team members.
Perform other duties assigned by Management.
Properly sort goods and salvage products, break down PC equipment, load and stack products safely, label salvage products correctly, and maximize salvage revenue.