Forklift Driver

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: ORGANIZATION: For more than 60 years, Goodwill Industries of Kansas has been a trusted resource and advocate for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. At Goodwill Industries of Kansas, our mission is to transform lives and communities through the power of education, training and employment. Our vision is to be the leading resource for individuals seeking their fullest potential. We are looking for a Forklift Driver to play a key role in furthering our vision and mission in our retail area. VALUES: - Sustainability: We commit to practices that support environmental, social and economic strength. - Ethics: We uphold high standards of honesty, integrity and fairness in all business dealings. - Respect: We treat ever individual with dignity, care and sincerity to build an equitable environment. - Voice: We listen to each other, value feedback and advocate for our communities. - Inspiration: We motivate, encourage and energize individuals to be their best through leadership and vision. - Community Engagement: We recognize the strength of collaboration and engage deeply with our stakeholders to transform lives together. - Excellence: We embrace innovation and strive for outstanding quality to deliver a positive impact to those we serve. \ MISSION STATEMENT: We transform lives and communities through the power of education, training and employment. PURPOSE OF POSITION: To aid truck driver with loading and unloading as directed. To move material in/out of warehouse as required. To fulfill mission statement. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Transportation and Warehouse Supervisor, Truck Driver SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with individuals who have disabilities and or barriers to employment and participate in the achievement of their goals. Demonstrate a positive, role model. Display commitment and involvement towards Goodwill's mission. JOB PROFICIENCIES: Action Oriented, Customer Focus, Ethics and Trust, Oral Communications, Cooperation, Integrity, Initiative, Job Knowledge, Quality, Teamwork, Accuracy, Adaptability, Dependability, Product Knowledge, Safety and Security. JOB COMPETENCIES: Load and unload trucks as needed using powered forklift and pallet jack. Maintain warehouse standards. Assist with baler operations as needed. May assist drivers with deliveries and pick ups. Move materials in and out of the warehouse as needed. Understand ISO requirements. Make sure all items are placed in appropriate area. Do not damage any product. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Drive powered forklift to load/unload trucks. May be required to use pallet jack. - Move materials in/out and around warehouse as required, stacking in designated areas appropriately so Gaylords do not fall. - Assist baler operator as needed. - Load and unload merchandise for store deliveries and Contracts safely without damaging. - Load bale trucks as needed. - Assist with special pick-ups and deliveries as required. - Keep Contracts and Gaylords in assigned areas. Know counts of all items and placements in warehouse. - Conduct a weekly inventory. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Inspect forklift at beginning of shift and turn in forklift operators daily checklist. - Move trash to compactor as needed. - Clean dock area during last 10 minutes of workday. - Adhere to all safety policies and to report violations. - Adhere to all ethical standards and confidentiality. - Support mission statement and activities of other departments. - Support the accessibility of our services and facilities free of architectural, attitudinal, environmental, financi l, communication, transportation, employment and other barriers to persons with disabilities and barriers to employment. - Attend regularly scheduled meetings for transportation & warehouse to review operation of the department, safety and other subjects. - Report any malfunctions in forklifts and trailers immediately. - Protect and maintain reputation of Goodwill through contacts with all stakeholders to Goodwill. - Keep accurate records for Goodwill. - Other duties as assigned. - Practice safety at all times i.e. do not run into or bump anything with the forklift or in trailer, do not drive fast and stop for anyone walking around you. - Be aware of your surroundings at all times. - If you damage anything, report it immediately - Shift may extend later than originally scheduled on busy days in peak seasons.