Erie County Retail- Material Handler

goodwillready; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill is hiring a Material Handler to support donated goods operations in a part-time role. The position involves active, hands-on work, staying organized, and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include moving donations, loading trucks, organizing items, and operating equipment like pallet jacks and tow motors. A focus on safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Equipment certification or willingness to obtain.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized.
• Safety-focused mindset with problem-solving ability.

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

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Safety orientation

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.