Retail Operations Specialist - Forklift Operator

Goodwillswpa; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization as a Retail Operations Specialist - Forklift Operator. In this vital role, you will manage the receipt, movement, and storage of materials in a bustling warehouse environment. Your expertise in forklift operation and material handling will ensure efficiency and safety in our operations. This position not only offers a competitive hourly wage but also a supportive team environment dedicated to community service. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that makes a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Retention bonus after 6 months

Equal Opportunity Employer

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in production or warehouse organization preferred.
• Valid Child Abuse Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Move freight and materials using assigned equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse.
• Load and unload trucks following established guidelines.

Skills

Material movement

Warehouse organization

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Compactor

Bale machine

Hand truck

Job description

Retail Operations Specialist - Forklift Operator

Job Category: Retail

Requisition Number: RETAI004154

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• Posted: May 2, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

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WV ROC
Morgantown Outlet
6540 Mall Rd
Morgantown, WV 26501, USA

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in stores and online. We offer life-changing work on a mission-minded team. We are 1,000 working as one, each of us essential to helping our community thrive. For three years, Goodwill has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s “Most Inspiring Companies”.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities from entry level to management in retail, human services, and administrative fields. Learn more about working at Goodwill. You can help. We can show you how.

Position Summary

As a Retail Operations Specialist - Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for the receipt, movement, storage, and stocking of materials to meet operational needs in a large warehouse facility and outlet store. Must be able to operate equipment from dock, warehouse, or storage yard, such as a forklift, compactor, bale machine, tipper, and hand truck.

Key Responsibilities

• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, and/or delivery vehicles by hand or using assigned equipment, ensuring proper sorting and storage by category.
• Direct and position receptacles, such as tables, gaylords, bins, totes, or other containers so they can be loaded, including trash receptacles.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse by cleaning, mopping, trash removal, decluttering, and reorganizing to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Operate forklift to support materials handling operations.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers following established guidelines.

External Hiring Range: $15.00/hour

Retention Bonus: $500 after successfully completing 6 months of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with production, material movement, or warehouse organization; previous forklift operation experience preferred.

Required Clearances, Licenses, and Certifications

• Valid Child Abuse Clearance.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening required.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome veterans and individuals with disabilities. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, please review the 'Know Your Rights' notice from the Department of Labor.