Forklift Operator - Gary - FT

Goodwill-Industries; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill-Industries in Gary, IN is seeking a dependable warehouse worker to safely operate a baler, forklift and related equipment to process salvage materials for shipment. You will help maintain a clean, organized facility and support inbound and outbound operations.

The role requires the ability to pass a drug screen, obtain certifications for forklift and baler, and demonstrate physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Certification for forklift and compactor required.
• Ability to safely operate baler, pallet jack, pallet stacker and compactor.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift or pallet jack to transport materials within the facility.
• Safely load and unload trucks, ensuring proper handling and placement of goods.
• Organize and sort materials for storage and process salvage materials for shipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the warehouse and uphold a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Baler operation

Compactor operation

Weigh materials

Drug screening

Safety procedures

Use standard office equipment

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Pallet Stacker

Baler

Compactor

Job description

Job Objective:To provide safe and efficient operation of the baler to process and compact materials for shipment, ensuring proper handling and organization. This position reports to the Salvage Outlet Warehouse Manager who evaluates performance annually.In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of: Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing.Essential Job Functions:Operate a forklift or pallet jack to transport materials efficiently within the facility.Safely load and unload trucks, ensuring proper handling and placement of goods.Organize and sort materials for storage, following warehouse procedures, and accurately process salvage materials for shipment.Uphold cleanliness and organization in the warehouse, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.Other duties as assigned by supervisor.Required Education and Skills:Ability to obtain required certifications for Forklift and Compactor.Ability to safely operate baler, pallet jack, pallet stacker and compactor.Ability to accurately weigh material.Ability to pass a drug screen.Qualifications:Authorized to work in the United States.Flexible availability.Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.Able to effectively and safely use standard office and light industrial equipment.