Part-Time Operations Material Handler I - Platte Outlet

Goodwill-of-Colorad; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Goodwill of Colorado seeks a Material Handler I, Operations, to support production and warehousing tasks. You will move and sort items, operate material handling equipment, and assist with recycling procedures while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes customer-facing skills, adherence to warehouse policies, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in warehouse material sorting or production preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs unassisted and up to 75 lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment to move, store, and retrieve product.
• Assist with sorting recyclable materials and ensuring adequate materials for production.
• Greet customers and provide professional, timely assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Compactor

Baler

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Category: Retail Associate I

Requisition Number: PARTT021538

• Posted : August 18, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $19.29 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Travel Required : No

Description

*Please Note: This position will be posted through Monday, August 24th, 2026*

Pay: $19.29 Hr.

Please tell us about your availability. Availability to work evenings and weekends is preferred!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Material Handler I, Operations (Ops) will work primarily in an assigned production and/or warehousing environment. The Material Handler will operate material handling equipment to move, store and retrieve product in production areas of outlet and recycling while following Goodwill of Colorado’s warehousing, material handling procedures, and recycling guidelines. This role will be in contact with customers, and we will be responsible for providing excellent customer service by greeting customers in a welcoming manner and responding timely and professionally to customer inquiries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Use and become certified on compactor, baler, hand dolly, pallet jack, or other equipment/tools to effectively move, store, and retrieve product.
• Tip in the Outlet production area and sort recyclable materials, based on type, into their proper bins.
• Ensure that all areas of production have sufficient materials to work with.
• Prepare items for store rotations and recycling procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Ensure all recycled materials and trash bins do not become overfilled.
• Complete all duties and responsibilities in accordance with department and organization policies and procedures so there is no lapse of work to minimize down time.
• Help provide a safe working environment for you, customers, and fellow employees.
• Crosstrain in other departments/areas and act as back-up for other areas as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

• Previous warehouse material sorting and production is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability as a Goodwill Outlet/Warehouse Associate or equivalent Goodwill Retail position/experience is preferred.

Other:

• Demonstrate ability to safely operate a baler and other equipment.
• Able to follow outlet and warehousing processes and guidelines.
• Demonstrate ability to lift to 45lbs unassisted and up to 75lbs with assistance from a dolly as required.
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing, bending, and lifting to eight (8) hours per day.
• Have effective communication skills with customers, managers, supervisors, staff, and peers.
• Must be able to work a varied schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays with occasional overtime, as necessary.

This position is eligible for Daily Pay!Work today, get paid today! We’ve partnered with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule.

Part Time employees in our Retail and Sales/Operations Division are eligible for paid holidays, sick leave, jury duty and bereavement leave. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan – must be 18 years of age to participate.

***Goodwill of Colorado is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.

Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

Physical Requirements

Attachment to Job Description

Job Title: 676 – Material Handler I, Operations Dept Number: Varies – Operations

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Guide to Physical Requirements:

• Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Frequently (3-4 hours)
• Occasionally (1-2 hours)
• Never

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)

Moderate: 15-44 lbs - CONTINUOUSLY

CARRYING:

Moderate: 15-44 lbs - FREQUENTLY

PUSHING/PULLING - CONTINUOUSLY

REACHING:

Above Shoulder - FREQUENTLY

At Shoulder - FREQUENTLY

Below Shoulder - FREQUENTLY

TWISTING – OCCASSIONALLY

BENDING - FREQUENTLY

KNEELING/CRAWLING - OCCASSIONALLY

SQUAT - FREQUENTLY

CLIMBING:

Use of legs only (stairs) - OCCASSIONALLY

Use of arms & legs (ladders) - OCCASSIONALLY

HEARING - FREQUENTLY

VISION:

Visual, close – FREQUENTLY

HANDS/FINGERS:

Fine Manipulation - FREQUENTLY

Repetitive Movements - FREQUENTLY

WALKING - FREQUENTLY

STANDING – CONTINUOUSLY

SITTING - OCCASSIONALLY

SPEAKING - OCCASSIONALLY

OTHER, please describe -

Travel Required

No .

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