Material Handler Warehouse, Immediate start

Job Summary Material Handlers are responsible for efficiently and safely loading and unloading trucks and trailers at the warehouse using pallet jacks and forklifts. When unloading a truck or trailer they are responsible for accurately sorting, stocking, processing, or disposing of the product or material and helping to maintain the organization of the warehouse; this includes donated goods, recycled materials, salvage materials, garbage, and hazardous materials. This position requires the ability to be forklift certified and to safely operate, regularly clean, and help maintain the forklift. Material Handlers will also help maintain the cleanliness of the warehouses by completing cleaning tasks as assigned. This position may be responsible for the safe sorting and storing of all donated hazardous material at the Warehouse. Must adhere to all Goodwill Industries of Lane and South Coast Counties rules, policies, and safety procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Efficiently and safely load and unload trucks and trailers at the warehouses using pallet jacks and forklifts.

Become forklift certified through Goodwill training.

help maintain the warehouses as safe, clean workplaces.

Accurately sort salvage materials into assigned containers.

Safely and correctly operate the textile baler.

Practice highest-quality customer service (this includes respectful treatment of all customers and staff).

Offer helpful, innovative suggestions to help improve processes within the department.

Notify immediate supervisor of any problems or unusual situations including accidents, driving citations, suspended drivers’ licenses, etc.

Inform supervisor of operation needs such as moving equipment, material handling dollies, pads, flats and trucks, as well as any maintenance needs and repairs.

May require hazardous material handling to include: sort hazardous donations by chemical and disposal method, keep the hazardous storage area clean and organized, systematically dispose of materials as needed.

Job Expectations Notify immediate supervisor of any problems or unusual situations including accidents, driving citations, suspended drivers’ licenses, etc.

See Handbook policy 172)

Represent the company by providing exemplary customer service to customers and co-workers.

Uses correct lifting and material handling techniques.

Ensure compliance with all GILSCC’s policies, CARF standards, and safety and security regulations.

Notifies manager as soon as possible regarding the need and expected duration of any absence.

Must be able to work all hours of operations and be able to work a flexible schedule.

21 years of age if driving will be part of the regular duties.

Be flexible in work assignment to accommodate changing production demands.

Must have sufficient command of the English language to communicate with customers, co-workers, and supervisors.

Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.

Must be able to perform essential functions of the Material Handler’s job description task analysis with or without accommodation.

Qualifications – Experience Forklift experience desirable; must have the ability to become Goodwill forklift certified.

For hazardous material handling: hazardous material training desirable.

Qualifications – Certificates, Licenses, Registrations For hazardous material handling, must obtain HAZWOPER certification within 30 days of hire, be able to pass respirator fitness test upon hire and have a current, state issued driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Must be able to become certified on all equipment (forklift, pallet jack, baler, compactor) necessary to perform your duties safely and efficiently. (Training and certifications provided by Goodwill training.)

Physical Demands of Work Requirements The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Work Environment Indoor and outdoor working conditions with exposure to all weather. May be exposed to dust if working in a warehouse setting. Work Hours Must be able to work all hours of operations and be able to work a flexible schedule.

Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.

Quality - completes work in timely manner; Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.