About The Position

The Material Handler I, Operations works primarily in an assigned production and/or warehousing environment. The role operates material-handling equipment to move, store, and retrieve products in outlet production and recycling areas, following Goodwill of Colorado’s warehousing and material-handling procedures and recycling guidelines. The position also interacts with customers and provides welcoming, timely, and professional service.

Requirements

  • Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
  • Ability to safely operate a baler and other equipment.
  • Ability to follow outlet and warehousing processes and guidelines.
  • Ability to lift up to 45 pounds unassisted and up to 75 pounds with assistance from a dolly, as required.
  • Ability to withstand prolonged standing, bending, and lifting for up to eight hours per day.
  • Effective communication skills with customers, managers, supervisors, staff, and peers.
  • Ability to work a varied schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays, with occasional overtime as necessary.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous warehouse material sorting and production experience preferred.
  • Experience as a Goodwill Outlet/Warehouse Associate or in an equivalent Goodwill Retail position preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operate equipment and tools such as a compactor, baler, hand dolly, and pallet jack to move, store, and retrieve products; obtain required equipment certifications.
  • Tip in the Outlet production area and sort recyclable materials by type into the appropriate bins.
  • Ensure production areas have sufficient materials.
  • Prepare items for store rotations and recycling procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area and prevent recycling-material and trash bins from becoming overfilled.
  • Follow department and organizational policies and procedures to minimize work interruptions and downtime.
  • Help maintain a safe working environment for employees and customers.
  • Cross-train in other departments or areas and provide backup as required.
  • Greet customers and respond to customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • DailyPay access to receive earned pay on the employee’s preferred schedule.
  • Eligible part-time employees in the Retail and Sales/Operations Division receive paid holidays, sick leave, jury duty leave, and bereavement leave.
  • Employees may make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to the retirement plan; participation requires being at least 18 years old.
  • Goodwill of Colorado is an employer eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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