Retail Operations Specialist - Forklift Operator

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania • East McKeesport, PA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. The organization offers life-changing work on a mission-minded team, with 1,000 employees working together to help the community thrive. Goodwill has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s “Most Inspiring Companies” for three consecutive years. As a Retail Operations Specialist - Forklift Operator, the individual will be responsible for the receipt, movement, storage, and stocking of materials to meet operational needs in a large warehouse facility and outlet store. This role requires the ability to operate equipment such as a forklift, compactor, bale machine, tipper, and hand truck from the dock, warehouse, or storage yard.

Requirements

• Candidates are expected to provide current valid Child Abuse Clearance.
• Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Nice To Haves

• Previous forklift experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with production, material movement or warehouse organization and previous fork truck operation experience

Responsibilities

• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, and/or delivery vehicles by hand or using assigned equipment, ensuring proper sorting and storage by category.
• Direct and position receptacles, such as tables, gaylords, bins, totes, or other containers so they can be loaded, including trash receptacles.
• Clean, mop, take out trash, de-clutter, reorganize, etc to ensure the warehouse is free from debris, trash and aisle and walkways are clear of hazards or obstacles, as needed or assigned.
• Operate fork truck to assist and support with essential materials handling
• Load and unload trucks and trailer in accordance with established guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees