Forklift Operator - Gary - FT at GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF MICHIANA INC

Gary, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift Operation, Material Handling, Safety Procedures, Organization, Teamwork, Flexibility, Bending, Lifting, Compactor Operation, Pallet Jack Operation, Weighing Materials, Drug Screening, Warehouse Procedures, Cleanliness, Efficiency, Customer Service

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Job Details Job Location: Gary Salvage Outlet - Gary, IN 46408 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: None Salary Range: $15.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Job Category: Retail Job Objective: To provide safe and efficient operation of the baler to process and compact materials for shipment, ensuring proper handling and organization. This position reports to the Salvage Outlet Warehouse Manager who evaluates performance annually. In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of: Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing. Essential Job Functions: Operate a forklift or pallet jack to transport materials efficiently within the facility. Safely load and unload trucks, ensuring proper handling and placement of goods. Organize and sort materials for storage, following warehouse procedures, and accurately process salvage materials for shipment. Uphold cleanliness and organization in the warehouse, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications Required Education and Skills: Ability to obtain required certifications for Forklift and Compactor. Ability to safely operate baler, pallet jack, pallet stacker and compactor. Ability to accurately weigh material. Ability to pass a drug screen. Qualifications: Authorized to work in the United States. Flexible availability. Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Able to effectively and safely use standard office and light industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the baler to process and compact materials for shipment. This includes loading and unloading trucks, organizing materials, and maintaining a clean and safe warehouse environment.