Salvage Team Member

Goodwill Industries Of North Louisiana Inc; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries Of North Louisiana Inc is seeking Salvage Team Members to sort, palletize, stage, and prepare materials for recycling or outlet distribution. You will support salvage processing within the distribution center and operate pallet jacks and forklifts while following safety procedures.

Role emphasizes teamwork, regular attendance, and maintaining an organized, safe warehouse. Prior warehouse experience is desirable, and a high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; production/warehouse experience desirable.
• Ability to perform physical warehouse work and follow procedures.
• Knowledge of safe material handling techniques and equipment operation.
• Team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Sorts donated goods designated for salvage or recycling per guidelines.
• Palletizes, stages, and prepares salvage materials for recycling or shipment.
• Maintains organized warehouse zones for salvage materials and outbound shipments.
• Operates pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment safely.
• Completes required salvage processing documentation and supports workflow.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Pallet jack operation

Teamwork

Warehouse procedures

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Warehouse equipment

Job description

SUMMARY:Salvage Team Members support salvage and recycling operations by sorting, palletizing, staging, and preparing materials for recycling or outlet distribution.At Goodwill, we are Improving People’s Lives Through the Power of Work—and this role supports through the efficient recovery and handling of salvage materials within the distribution center.REPORTS TO:Distribution Manager/ Distribution Assistant ManagerESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Sorts donated goods designated for salvage or recycling according to agency guidelines.Palletizes, stages, and prepares salvage materials for recycling or shipment.Maintains organized warehouse zones for salvage materials, supplies, and outbound shipments.Rotates materials and product inventory according to operational procedures.Safely operates warehouse equipment including pallet jacks, ladders, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as assigned.Assists with loading and unloading salvage shipments and transportation vehicles.Assists with staging and movement of materials to support efficient warehouse workflow and transportation operations.Completes required documentation related to salvage processing and warehouse activities.Maintains a clean and safe warehouse work environment including removal of debris and spills.Uses required personal protective equipment and follows safe material handling procedures at all times.Supports the efficient flow of donated goods from receiving through salvage processing and shipment.Participates in required safety drills, training sessions, and operational meetings.Reports equipment issues, safety concerns, or operational problems to the Salvage Lead promptly.Assists internal staff with movement of merchandise and materials within the warehouse and outlet areas when needed.Employees are expected to maintain regular attendance, follow safety procedures, maintain a professional appearance, and comply with all agency policies and procedures.Performs additional duties as assigned to support warehouse and distribution operations.QUALIFICATIONS:Education and/or Experience: High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination ofeducation and experience. Production, processing or warehouse experience desirable.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/AScreenings: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:Ability to perform physical warehouse workKnowledge of safe material handling techniquesAbility to operate pallet jacks and warehouse equipmentAbility to follow sorting and recycling proceduresAbility to work as part of a warehouse teamPhysical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment 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.Employees must be able to:Stand and walk for extended periods in a warehouse environmentLift, move, and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and team lift up to 100 pounds occasionallyBend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb when performing warehouse dutiesPush and pull carts, pallets, and containersOperate warehouse equipment including pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material handling equipmentEmployees may be exposed to:Moving mechanical parts and powered industrial equipmentDust, airborne particles, and recycled materialsModerate to loud noise levelsVarying indoor temperatures and occasional outdoor conditionsThe primary work environment is:An open warehouse or distribution center with active material handling and equipment use