Material Handler

Goodwill-Industries-of-Kentucky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill-Industries-of-Kentucky is seeking a Material Handler in Louisville to sort and manage donated materials and support deliveries to various departments. The role includes helping load/unload trucks, preparing materials for transport, and maintaining a clean, safe dock area.

Applicants should be able to read and write, demonstrate accuracy in record keeping, and greet donors and customers with helpful service.

Qualifications

• Reads and writes clearly and accurately.
• Demonstrates attention to detail in record keeping.
• Provides courteous assistance to donors and customers.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with loading/unloading.

Responsibilities

• Sort, classify and handle donated materials.
• Assist in loading/unloading trucks and packaging material.
• Prepare material for delivery to other centers.
• Maintain clean, organized dock area and balance safety procedures.

Skills

Reading/writing

Attention to detail

Customer service

Heavy lifting

Job description

Job Description

Job Purpose

Display Goodwill’s Core Values – Hope, Dignity, Service & Partnership.

The Material Handler will sort, classify and handle all donated materials and deliver to various departments.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists in loading and unloading of trucks.
• Packages and bundles material for transporting.
• Prepares material for delivery to other centers.
• Assures dock area remains clean, organized and clutter-free.
• May assist with operation of textile baler and tow motor after equipment training is received, if applicable.

Please Note : Goodwill prohibits minors (under the age of 18) to operate equipment such as balers, compactors, and forklifts in accordance with the child labor laws.

• May assist with weighing bales and maintaining baling processing records, if applicable.
• Provides customer assistance with loading and receiving donations.
• Works on rotating schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports To : Operations Supervisor, Asst. Dir. of Transportation & Logistics, or Retail Manager.

Positions Supervised : None.

Requirements

Requirements :

• Ability to read and write.
• Ability of accuracy with record reporting.
• Displays great customer service by greeting donors and customers; offers assistance.
• Ability to lift/carry 25 lbs.; occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform job requirements with few restrictions; works with minimal supervision.
• Follows all safety procedures and correct safety issues, if possible.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.