Ashtabula and Lake County Retail - Material Handler

Goodwill Industries International, Inc.; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries International, Inc. is seeking a part-time Material Handler for its donated goods operations in Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania. The role is active and team-oriented, with responsibilities to move, load, and organize donations while maintaining safety and customer service standards.

The position supports the One Touch System and requires reliable, independent work in a fast-paced environment with physical activity and outdoor exposure.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Equipment certification (tow motor, pallet jack) or willingness to obtain.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to safety.
• Reliable with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Move and process donated goods following One Touch System guidelines.
• Load and organize trucks safely and efficiently.
• Assist donors with large item carry-outs while providing excellent customer service.
• Sort, stack, and organize donations, salvage, and waste materials.
• Operate material handling equipment (pallet jack, tow motor, etc.).
• Bale salvage materials as needed.
• Complete daily equipment checks and required logs.
• Maintain clean, safe equipment and work areas.
• Support Attended Donation Center operations as needed.
• Follow all safety and security procedures.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Equipment certification

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety minded

Tools

Pallet jack

Tow motor

Job description

Material Handler - Join a Team That Makes a Difference!

Looking for a job where your work truly matters? Join Goodwill serving Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania and help turn donations into opportunities that change lives.

Goodwill is hiring a Material Handler to support our donated goods operations. If you enjoy active, hands-on work, staying organized, and being part of a team that makes a difference in the community, this role is for you!

• Part-time schedule
• Active, fast-paced work environment
• Team-oriented culture
• Meaningful mission-driven work

What You'll Do

• Move and process donated goods following One Touch System guidelines
• Load and organize trucks safely and efficiently
• Assist donors with large item carry-outs while providing excellent customer service
• Sort, stack, and organize donations, salvage, and waste materials
• Operate material handling equipment (pallet jack, tow motor, etc.)
• Bale salvage materials as needed
• Complete daily equipment checks and required logs
• Maintain clean, safe equipment and work areas
• Support Attended Donation Center operations as needed
• Follow all safety and security procedures

What We're Looking For

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred
• Equipment certification (tow motor, pallet jack) or willingness to obtain
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and stay organized
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to safety
• Reliable with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move items up to 50 lbs regularly
• Frequent standing, lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling
• Warehouse and outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Regular interaction with the public

Why Goodwill?

Every item you handle helps fund programs that provide job training and opportunities within our community. Your work directly supports changing lives through the power of work.