Material Handler-Fork lift Operator

Goodwill Industries International, Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement fund

Commuter benefits

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Goodwill of the San Francisco Bay is seeking a Material Handler in South San Francisco to unload trucks, label and sort donated goods, and support dock operations. You will assist with loading, maintaining safety, and helping drivers with shipments while ensuring accurate inventory records.

The role offers full-time hours with a focus on teamwork, reliability, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced donation and logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Read and write English proficiently.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Follow workplace safety standards and contribute to safety.
• Willing to learn and embrace continuous improvement.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Identify categories of donated goods such as clothing, housewares, shoes, purses.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and trailers following proper procedures.
• Deliver goods to workstation using equipment as needed.
• Assist drivers in loading/unloading of goods or equipment.
• Maintain dock area housekeeping.
• Complete production and inventory reports.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Basic math

Safety awareness

Customer service

Teamwork

Lifting

Sort donated goods

Job description

100 Utah Ave South San Francisco California, 94080,Pay Range Minimum$18.15JOB SUMMARYThe Material Handler unloads trucks and trailers to support production and revenue goals by following proper handling, loading and unloading procedures. This includes loading store shipments according to bill of lading and delivering goods and equipment to locations and workstation in a safe, timely and efficient manner using proper equipment as needed.RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in all training activities to acquire skills on the job Learn and apply company policies, procedures and guidelines to complete assigned duties Deliver goods to workstation using proper equipment Sort and label goods by category and place in proper containers or equipment Stack donated goods neatly and safely Handle goods and equipment properly to avoid damage or breakage Load and secure shipments according to proper procedure Place recyclable materials in proper containers Perform inventory count based on invoices, bills of lading, trailer manifest or packing slip when loading and unloading goods and when loading and unloading shipments and store returns Assist drivers in loading / unloading of goods or equipment Maintain good housekeeping around dock area Complete production and inventory reports; submit needed reports and information in a timely manner Perform “Processor” responsibilities as needed Perform other related duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS Less than 1 year of related experience Read and write English proficiently Basic mathematical skills Follow workplace quality and safety standards and contribute to a culture of safety Receptive to feedback, willing to learn and embrace continuous improvement Strive for high customer satisfaction, going out of the way to be helpful and pleasant Ability to identify different categories of donated goods such as clothing, housewares, shoes, purses, etc. Ability to work respectfully and cooperatively with diverse group of individuals from a variety of educational, social and economic backgrounds Respects and has knowledge of cultures, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientations and age groups other than one’s own Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Able to stand on hard surfaces for an extended period of timeWorking at Goodwill is more than a job–it is an opportunity for people needing a second chance in entering or re-entering the workplace to build the foundation of knowledge, skills, and experience to advance in their careers.Our supportive employment programs provide an opportunity to learn while you earn to advance along technology, retail, warehousing and logistics, e-commerce or our Corporate Services Career Pathways program.Full-time jobs at Goodwill SF Bay offer medical, dental & vision insurance, a retirement fund, professional development training, commuter benefits, flexible healthcare spending account, and a mental health + wellbeing employee assistance program, in addition to a positive, growth-oriented environment.Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. 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