Warehouse Associate

DeKalb Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of South Texas Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate to move, store, process, and dispose of warehouse inventory and prepare salvage material for sale. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to Goodwill values.

You will sort goods, operate a baling machine, load and unload trucks, use pallet jacks or a forklift, and keep a clean, organized workspace while following department policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to sort and classify product lines according to procedures.
• Pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and customers.
• Ability to work well with others in a respectful, collaborative manner.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Sort goods to determine salvage or trash items.
• Operate baling machine, weigh and label salvage items.
• Load/unload trucks and move inventory using pallet jack or forklift.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area meeting agency standards.
• Adhere to safety, loss prevention procedures and agency policies.

Skills

Sort and classify product lines

Pre-employment background check

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Reading and writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certified

Job description

• Base Pay $11.00 / Hour
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

Warehouse Associate

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for moving, storing, processing, and disposing of warehouse inventory and preparing salvage material for sale. The Warehouse Associate is expected to be courteous and professional while upholding the Goodwill values of -Empowerment, Public Trust, Respect, Innovation, Quality, and Safety.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES

• Sort goods to determine items to be bundled as salvage or trashed
• Wire bundle, weigh and mark items
• Safely operate the baling machine to bind salvage for sale, compactor, and forklift as required
• Load and unload trucks, move items in inventory to appropriate areas and use a pallet jack and or forklift as necessary
• Break down cardboard boxes and place them in the designated area
• Place all bins in designated areas
• Maintain a clean, organized work area that is presentable and meets agency standards
• Comply with all department and agency policies, procedures, and regulations
• Adhere to safety and loss prevention procedures to prevent injury to personnel and damage to property, equipment, and inventory
• Embrace the core values of the agency in the spirit in which the agency operates at work and in the community
• Contribute to the fulfillment of department and agency objectives and goals
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to sort and classify product lines in accordance with company procedures
• Able to pass pre-employment criminal background check and Drug/Alcohol screen
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal employees and external customers
• Ability to work well with others in a respectful and collaborative work manner
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift certified

PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch for extended periods
• Weather conditions – variable – including extreme heat and cold, may work outside for extended periods
• Ability to work in a humid and/or dusty environment
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. or more with 2-person assistance

Goodwill Industries of South Texas Inc. is an EO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories.