Lead Material Handler II: Kaizen-Driven Warehouse Operations

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Goodwill Southwest Florida is seeking a skilled Material Handler II to support plant operations by overseeing movement, sorting, and loading of donated materials while guiding Material Handler I team members. This role ensures efficient workflow, safety, and accurate handling per Kaizen standards.

The ideal candidate has warehouse experience, the ability to lead others, and the capacity to assist multiple plant areas to advance Goodwill's mission in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–2 years of warehouse operations experience.
• 1–2 years of experience loading 53', 48' containers and box trucks.
• 1 year supervisory experience.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel and Word).
• Capable of seeing and recognizing colors.
• Ability to stoop, reach, twist, lift, push, pull and move items; lift and carry a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Standing for long periods and climate fluctuations possible.

Responsibilities

• Move, load, and unload raw donated materials, salvage commodities, trash, equipment, and fixtures, ensuring items are placed in designated plant locations.
• Follow Kaizen guidelines and 5-minute drills to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in material-handling processes.
• Lead assigned operational areas by providing direction, task assignments, and support to Material Handler I employees.
• Assist in salvage sorting operations and cross-train to support additional plant roles as needed.
• Deliver professional and courteous service to stores, administrative teams, vendors, and donors while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Color vision

Heavy lifting (40 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Goodwill Southwest Florida is seeking a skilled Material Handler II to support plant operations by overseeing movement, sorting, and loading of donated materials while guiding Material Handler I team members. This role ensures efficient workflow, safety, and accurate handling per Kaizen standards.

The ideal candidate has warehouse experience, the ability to lead others, and the capacity to assist multiple plant areas to advance Goodwill's mission in the community.