EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Goodwill Industries of Southern NJ and Philadelphia; Ocean Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Southern NJ and Philadelphia is seeking a Warehouse Associate to operate a forklift, transport loads, and support daily logistics. The role requires safe handling of equipment and effective communication with coworkers.

You will prepare shipments, assist in loading/unloading trucks, maintain safety logs, and keep the work area orderly. Cross-training on baler and tipper may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a forklift and other lifting equipment safely.
• Ability to stand for long periods, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Clear communication with coworkers and customers; flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to transport loads and move pallets and materials.
• Prepare shipments and assist in loading/unloading trucks.
• Perform safety checks on equipment and maintain logs.
• Keep work area neat and report incidents.
• Cross-train to operate baler, tipper, and other machinery.
• Attend daily attendance requirements; adhere to attendance policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical endurance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Baler

Tipper

Job description

SPECIFIC DUTIESFollow all Goodwill policies and safety procedures. Must possess professional etiquette.Operate all machinery in a safe and appropriate manner. Including, but not limited to: a. Drives forklift to transport a variety of loads. Controls movement of lifting apparatus b. Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, and around loaded pallets, carts, boxes, products, or materials, and transports load to designated area c.Tracks materials in work area, and supplies workers with materials as needed d. Prepares shipments for truck pickup. Assists in loading/unloading trucks e. Dumps trash container.Cross-trains to operate baler, tipper, and other machinery.Perform safety checks on equipment. Safeguards company property, including donated goods. Reports any incidents of theft or misappropriation of company property.Keep work area and surrounding area neat, clean, and orderly.Maintain daily work and machinery log as assigned.Regular attendance is required. Must adhere to attendance policies and procedures.All other duties as assigned.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.Ability to engage in prolonged standing, sitting, and repetitious duties.Ability to engage in frequent bending, stooping, and stretching.Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. frequently.Must be able to work a flexible schedule on short notice, including nights, weekends, and occasional long hours.Must have valid drivers license in good standing.Flexibility to cover other areas of Goodwill when needed.Must be able to complete multiple tasks assigned within time frame set by supervisor.Vision corrected to within normal limits.Ability to work well in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.