Warehouse Associate
About The Position
Assists with service at the donation door and material handling. Assists with salvage and outlet operations including baling, loading, unloading, and transporting product on and off the outlet floor. Will operate forklift. Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of store area, production area, and warehouse facility. Duties include, but are not limited to: Meets and greets every donor immediately. Assists in unloading vehicle of donations. Treats donations with respect. Sorts all donations into proper containers by categories, as established by management. Transports donations to appropriate workstations. Cleans large furniture and large donated items that will be placed on sales floor. Drives forklift (if applicable) in a safe and prudent manner at all times. Operates baler, trash compactor, and other material handling devices safely.
Requirements
- Ability to work with people having different abilities.
- Able to perform repetitive tasks independently.
- Must have the ability to achieve forklift certification (after training).
- Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
- Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all job requirements.
- Able to stand, stoop, bend, or carry for extended periods.
- Able to move 20-100 pounds by lifting, team lifting, or with mechanical assistance.
- Able to go up and down steps.
- Tolerance to extreme changes in temperature and humidity.
- Must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends to satisfy store needs.
- 0-2 years Experience
- High School/Equivalent
- All positions require the completion of a background check.
- Acknowledging or having criminal convictions does not constitute an automatic bar to employment.
Responsibilities
- Meets and greets every donor immediately.
- Assists in unloading vehicle of donations.
- Treats donations with respect.
- Sorts all donations into proper containers by categories, as established by management.
- Transports donations to appropriate workstations.
- Cleans large furniture and large donated items that will be placed on sales floor.
- Drives forklift (if applicable) in a safe and prudent manner at all times.
- Operates baler, trash compactor, and other material handling devices safely.
- Maintains the cleanliness of store area, production area, and warehouse facility.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Products
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan + up to 4% contribution
- Tuition Assistance
- Flexible Spending + Health Savings Accounts
- 10% Discount on ESGW Services
- Employee Wellness Program
- 30% Discount at Goodwill Stores
- Easterseals-Goodwill is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (“PSLF”) program. Under the PSLF, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific terms. Contact your loan provider for more information.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
