Baler Operator- Virginia Beach

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia in; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia seeks a Baler Operator for Virginia Beach. You will safely bale non-sellable textiles and operate bale and handling equipment to meet production needs. The role requires adherence to safety policies and maintaining a clean work area.

Responsibilities include bales salvage, following procedures, and reporting safety concerns. A high school diploma or GED and 1 year of related experience are required, with criminal background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in a related field required.
• Forklift certification not required at hiring.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Bale salvage textile while adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Operate bale and material handling equipment as needed to meet production requirements.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment; report safety concerns to leadership.

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading and following procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia

Baler Operator- Virginia Beach (Finance)

Position Summary

Safely and efficiently bale non-sellable textiles for sale to salvage vendors. Operate bale and material handling equipment as needed to meet production requirements.

Essential Duties

1. Bale salvage textile while safely adhering to company policies and procedures.
2. Maintain a safe and clean work environment, reporting all issues of safety concern to leadership.
3. Maximize salvage processing production to limit product backup and to receive and meet and exceed salvage revenue goals of the department.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The associate in this position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Education / Experience / Certificates / Security Clearance

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• 1 Year experience in a related field, required.
• No professional certifications are required for this position.
• The associate is not required to drive as part of their job duties.
• The associate in this position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Forklift certification is not required at hiring. Some associates may be selected after hire to obtain certification and operate a forklift as a regular part of their job.

Competencies

Lives the Values, Drives for Results, Customer Focus, Communication, Job Skills Knowledge

Safety Statement

Associates are required to follow Goodwill's safety rules and regulations, as outlined in Goodwill's policy and procedure manual.

Information Privacy and Security

This associate may have access to Confidential Information (CI) and is required to be familiar with the Goodwill Privacy policy 10.23 related to the handling of CI, and follow all related procedures required to protect the privacy and security of CI.

Physical Demands / Work Environment / Work Conditions

• The associate is required to lift 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• The associate works in an environment with frequent exposure to extreme atmospheric conditions (temperature, noise, fumes, dust, etc.)
• The associate must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as business needs dictate.

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.