Lead Salvage Associate

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Prescription Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Holiday

Sick Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc. seeks an on-site team member to organize the department and help meet production goals in a salvage setting. The role emphasizes efficient workflow and adherence to safety policies to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities include directing daily activities, assisting in training, tracking productivity, and communicating needs to supervision. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification, and up to one year

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; education in lieu considered.
• Forklift certification required.
• Experience in an industrial setting preferred (1 year).

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of employees in the department as instructed by supervisor/manager.
• Assist in training new and existing employees as needed.
• Report productivity and provide feedback on staff performance.
• Communicate problems or needs of employees to supervision.
• Help ensure production goals are met and work is allocated efficiently.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Team player

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Job Location Berry Rd Salvage

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide the most consistent organization of the department and meet assigned production goals.

Essential Functions

• 1. Assist in directing the daily activities of employees in assigned department as established and instructed by supervisor/manager.
• 2. Assist in training to new and other employees as needed.
• 3. Assist and report productivity of each employee.
• 4. Provide feedback on clients and transitional employees.
• 5. Communicate any problems or needs of employees to the supervisor/manager.
• 6. Assist in ensuring production goals are met.
• 7. Assist in assigning work so as to best utilize each person’s skills and prepare them for positions in competitive industry.
• 8. Providing encouragement and enthusiasm to employees in an effort to increase their production output.
• 9. Follow emergency and safety procedures as outlined in Goodwill’s policies.
• 10. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• 11. Be knowledgeable of and follow company policies and procedures, as well as legal requirements, at all times.
• 12. Regular, reliable attendance, as defined in Goodwill’s attendance policy.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Skills: Education High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. Experience in lieu of degree will be considered.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills including ability to be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees.

Able to follow verbal and written instructions for preparing and displaying saleable goods.

Able to get along well with others and must be a team player.

Certifications and Licenses

Forklift Certification required.

Preferred Education / Experience / Knowledge & Skills / Certifications & License

One (1) year of experience in an industrial setting is preferred.

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee's mission

to change lives through education, training, and employment.

Full-Time Benefits

• Health and Prescription Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Holiday
• Sick Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Part-Time Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program