Material Handler - Full Time (Brooklyn Ave.)

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana•Fort Wayne, IN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is hiring a full-time Material Handler at its Operations Center on Brooklyn Ave. in Fort Wayne. The role supports Goodwill’s mission by collecting community donations, issuing tax receipts, sorting and organizing donated goods for shipment to area stores, and assisting drivers with pickups and deliveries between stores, the Operations Center, and the corporate office. Work is generally on first shift, with weekend availability required. The job involves substantial physical activity and work in both indoor and outdoor conditions. Training is provided; no specialized education or skills are required. The position requires at least three months of work experience and is subject to a background check and random alcohol and drug testing. Employees are expected to follow safety rules and Goodwill’s Code of Ethics and maintain a courteous, helpful demeanor when interacting with customers, donors, coworkers, and clients.

Requirements

At least three months of work experience.
Ability to work within a team concept.
Ability to perform required lifting and moving duties, including pushing and pulling up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly.
Weekend availability is required.
Subject to a background check.
Subject to random alcohol and drug testing as specified in the Drug Free Workplace Program.
Must comply with Goodwill’s Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities

Load and unload trucks and carts manually or using a hand truck or pallet jack at all locations.
Accept donations and distribute tax receipts.
Pre-sort donations as required.
Assist and follow the truck driver’s directions while on route.
Assist and direct the truck driver when backing up and provide directions for home pickups.
Keep work areas and trucks clean and neat.
Follow all safety rules and practices.
Operate the compactor if trained.
Perform other assigned duties in support of Goodwill’s mission.
Report the need for necessary materials or equipment.
Operate a forklift if licensed.
Keep walkways, aisles, exits, and areas around safety equipment clear and unobstructed.
Bale salvage when needed, if assigned and trained.
Maintain a positive, pleasant, courteous, and helpful demeanor when dealing with customers, donors, coworkers, and clients.
Follow Goodwill’s Code of Ethics, policies, procedures, and safety standards; report unsafe conditions or acts.