LAC Material Handler I

Goodwill Southern California•Los Angeles, CA

21h

About The Position

The Material Handler I performs a variety of material handling tasks to create empty MUTs (Mobile Unit Transport) and Blue Bins while working safely to support the efficient operation of the department. What You'll Do: Operate material handling equipment—including machine tippers, stackers, balers, compactors, and conveyors—to safely empty, move, stack, and un-stack MUTs and Blue Bins, following all established safety procedures and guidelines. Ensure all MUTs and Blue Bins are properly labeled (Donations, Commodities, etc.), sliding pin locks are securely fastened, and containers are free of debris and old labels. Ensure recyclables are placed into proper containers (metal, cardboard, etc.). Build and palletize empty gaylords for commodities; ensuring heavier commodities have adequate support. Use material handling equipment (i.e. pallet jack, hand truck, furniture dolly) in a safe and proper manner. Assist drivers with the safe loading and unloading of MUTs and Blue Bins. Clear After-Market textile tables of trash and commodities. Clean, organize, and sweep the warehouse to maintain a safe and hazard-free environment. Commitment to Safety: Consistently follow safety procedures and training, use required PPE, report hazards or incidents promptly, and take responsibility for maintaining a safe workplace for self and others. Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 25 lbs. while following safe lifting practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Ability to work with moderate supervision.
Must be safety conscious.
Excellent people skills and always maintain courteous disposition.
Ability to follow written and oral instruction consistently.
Shift flexibility and overtime when needed.

Nice To Haves

Some warehouse experience preferred.
Spanish / English bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate material handling equipment—including machine tippers, stackers, balers, compactors, and conveyors—to safely empty, move, stack, and un-stack MUTs and Blue Bins, following all established safety procedures and guidelines.
Ensure all MUTs and Blue Bins are properly labeled (Donations, Commodities, etc.), sliding pin locks are securely fastened, and containers are free of debris and old labels.
Ensure recyclables are placed into proper containers (metal, cardboard, etc.).
Build and palletize empty gaylords for commodities; ensuring heavier commodities have adequate support.
Use material handling equipment (i.e. pallet jack, hand truck, furniture dolly) in a safe and proper manner.
Assist drivers with the safe loading and unloading of MUTs and Blue Bins.
Clear After-Market textile tables of trash and commodities.
Clean, organize, and sweep the warehouse to maintain a safe and hazard-free environment.
Consistently follow safety procedures and training, use required PPE, report hazards or incidents promptly, and take responsibility for maintaining a safe workplace for self and others.
Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 25 lbs. while following safe lifting practices.