Forklift Driver II

Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago is seeking a Forklift Driver II to support efficient movement and warehousing of products. The role emphasizes self-direction with minimal daily supervision and adherence to Goodwill process standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining organization, ensuring inventory accuracy, and using equipment safely. Candidates should be able to stand for long periods, lift heavy items, and obtain forklift certification if needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate forklift and meet safety guidelines.
• Experience with inventory control and First In First Out processes.
• Commitment to quality standards and customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to complete forklift certification if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Move, organize and warehouse products efficiently according to standards.
• Train staff on good practices as directed by supervision.
• Maintain area organization to support efficient workflow.
• Protect and maintain high-value assets and equipment used.
• Maintain inventory accuracy andLOOP control procedures (FIFO).
• Support continuous improvement in material flow and equipment maintenance.
• Communicate supply needs to management and meet productivity goals.
• Complete logs and production records as required.
• Operate within safety guidelines and use protective equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Self-directed work

Problem solving

Job description

Description

The Forklift Driver II meets customer needs and achieve established quality control standards. Is self-directed and requires minimal amount of daily supervision.

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL

Responsible for the efficient movement, organization and warehousing of product in accordance with Goodwill Process Standards. Meet customer needs and achieve established quality control standards. Keep equipment in good working order while assuring a safe work environment. Is self-directed and requires minimal amount of daily supervision.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

• Consistently meets or exceeds established standards.
• Performs training, at the direction of supervision, to all employees ensuring good practices are understood and applied.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently, as well part of a team and is self-directed in workload. Works with supervisor/lead to ensure work is at a steady pace.
• Maintain organization of assigned area contributing to an efficient workflow.
• Follow defined processes for protection and usage of high value company assets including but not limited to transportation fleet, forklifts, balers and other equipment.
• Maintain inventory control processes (First In First Out).
• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting improvements in material flow and job tasks and maintenance of equipment used (forklifts, balers, etc.) to management.
• Communicate supply needs to management.
• Ensure accuracy of incoming and outgoing material.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.
• Meet assigned productivity goals by utilizing best practices.
• Complete logs and reports as directed.
• Maintain organization and supply of operating materials.
• Operate equipment in accordance with safety guidelines, including the use of protective equipment.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Work a varied schedule and have flexible hours.
• Forklift usage up to 85% of the day.
• Prior work experience must include roles with forklift usage up to 50% of the day.
• Experience working with machinery preferred, but not required.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel between Goodwill locations during shift, as needed.
• Able to complete and retain forklift certification.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Maintain safety and quality guidelines.
• Prioritize multiple work assignments and competing priorities.
• Consistently provide the highest levels of customer service by meeting Retail standards/expectations and Goodwill’s Values.
• Communicate to customers, donors, employees and visitors in a professional and pleasant manner.
• Follow established security procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of business results.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS

• Able to stand or be stationary for eight or more hours.
• Able to lift 75 pounds and push and/or pull cages weighing 600 pounds.
• Good hand/eye coordination. Small finger dexterity for some functions.
• Able to observe and remove materials to meet production and quality standards.
• Able to hear and respond to warning signals and/or alarms.
• Able to work in an environment that includes varying temperatures, dust, handling of unwashed clothing and loud noise.

When determining placement within the salary range for this position Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago considers education, experience, internal equity, market demands and other qualifying criteria. It is not typical for individuals to be hired at or near the top of the rage for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each case.

Certain roles are eligible to participate in an incentive plan. Participation in this plan does not guarantee an incentive payment and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan, which are subject to change.

In addition to compensation, we offer a competitive benefit program that may include medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (PTO) and more. The specifics of each benefit package will vary depending on factors such as full or part time jobs, contracted, temporary, or other job categories.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer
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