Material Handler

Goodwill Industries of the Columbia • Richland, WA

2h • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves receiving product from retail stores, donation sites, and donors, and then sorting it into processing, recycling, and storage categories. The Material Handler will operate a forklift to load and unload materials and trucks. Depending on the location, they may also operate a baler. Daily tasks include completing cleaning as needed, conducting and documenting safety inspections, and providing customer service using the Greet, Offer, Thank and Ask Back protocol.

Requirements

• Can meet physical requirements to move 50 pound objects routinely
• Have experience operating a forklift
• Are comfortable working in a warehouse environment where you will get dirty and be exposed to dust
• Are comfortable being expected to meet speed and accuracy work goals
• Are available to work weekends and evenings
• Work well on independent tasks
• Have a proven record of being dependable
• Are friendly

Responsibilities

• Receive product from retail stores, donation sites, and donors
• Sort product into processing, recycling and storage categories
• Operate a forklift to load and unload materials
• Unload and load trucks
• Operate a baler (not all locations)
• Complete cleaning tasks as needed
• Regularly conduct and document safety inspections
• Provide customers service using Greet, Offer, Thank and Ask Back protocol

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Employee and dependent premiums shared between the company and employee.
• Company-Paid Life Insurance: Coverage provided at no cost to the employee.
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave: Accrued based on hours worked.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 8 hours available for use immediately upon hire.
• Additional Longevity PTO: Earned on the anniversary date of hire, based on full- or part-time status.
• On-Demand Payment: Access to earned wages before payday.
• Access to Financial Assistance: Support for training, education, and career development to help employees advance in their professional growth.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Eligible to participate in a 401(k) or Roth IRA upon turning 18, with enrollment eligibility after one year of service and 1,000 hours worked in the first year (or 500-1,000 hours each year for two consecutive years). Enrollment entry dates are January 1st or July 1st.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed