Temporary Material Handler I - Platte Outlet

Goodwill of Colorado • Englewood, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This job opportunity is for temporary work. You will spend your shift baling linen in our vertical balers. Previous baling experience is a plus but not required. Excellent results may result in a permanent position. The Material Handler I, Operations (Ops) will work primarily in an assigned production and/or warehousing environment. The Material Handler will operate material handling equipment to move, store and retrieve product in production areas of outlet and recycling while following Goodwill of Colorado’s warehousing, material handling procedures, and recycling guidelines. This role will be in contact with customers, and we will be responsible for providing excellent customer service by greeting customers in a welcoming manner and responding timely and professionally to customer inquiries.

Requirements

• Demonstrate ability to safely operate a baler and other equipment.
• Able to follow outlet and warehousing processes and guidelines.
• Demonstrate ability to lift to 45lbs unassisted and up to 75lbs with assistance from a dolly as required.
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing, bending, and lifting to eight (8) hours per day.
• Have effective communication skills with customers, managers, supervisors, staff, and peers.
• Must be able to work a varied schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays with occasional overtime, as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Previous baling experience is a plus but not required.
• A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous warehouse material sorting and production is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability as a Goodwill Outlet/Warehouse Associate or equivalent Goodwill Retail position/experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use and become certified on compactor, baler, hand dolly, pallet jack, or other equipment/tools to effectively move, store, and retrieve product.
• Tip in the Outlet production area and sort recyclable materials, based on type, into their proper bins.
• Ensure that all areas of production have sufficient materials to work with.
• Prepare items for store rotations and recycling procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Ensure all recycled materials and trash bins do not become overfilled.
• Complete all duties and responsibilities in accordance with department and organization policies and procedures so there is no lapse of work to minimize down time.
• Help provide a safe working environment for you, customers, and fellow employees.
• Crosstrain in other departments/areas and act as back-up for other areas as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for Daily Pay! Work today, get paid today! We’ve partnered with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule.
• This position is eligible for Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan - must be 18 years of age to participate.
• Goodwill of Colorado is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED