Retail Warehouse Operator & Forklift Specialist

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is seeking a Retail Operations Specialist – Forklift Operator to ensure the receipt, movement, storage, and stocking of materials in a large warehouse facility and outlet store, requiring operation of equipment from dock, warehouse, or storage yard.

You will operate equipment such as a forklift, compactor, bale machine, tipper and hand truck; move freight, load and unload trucks, and keep aisles clear.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with production, material movement, or warehouse organization and prior fork truck operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, and 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.
• Clean, mop, take out trash, declutter, re‑organize, and ensure the warehouse is free from debris, trash, and that aisles and walkways remain clear of hazards or obstacles as needed or assigned.
• Operate fork truck to assist and support essential materials handling.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers in accordance with established guidelines.

Skills

Forklift experience

Material handling

Warehouse safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is seeking a Retail Operations Specialist – Forklift Operator to ensure the receipt, movement, storage, and stocking of materials in a large warehouse facility and outlet store, requiring operation of equipment from dock, warehouse, or storage yard.

You will operate equipment such as a forklift, compactor, bale machine, tipper and hand truck; move freight, load and unload trucks, and keep aisles clear.