Forklift Driver

About the role

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan is seeking motivated, team-building individuals for a Full Time Forklift Driver position at the Averill Warehouse store located at 501 S. Averill, Flint, MI 48506. Our Mission: To assist individuals with barriers to employment in making the transition to independence and self-sufficiency. Did you know? Our profits help fund programs that help people with obstacles in finding work so that they can go out into the world and be successful! We recycle everything possible! In 2025, we kept over 7.7 million lbs. of STUFF from ending up in landfills!!

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and/or electric pallet jack
• Move containers of product
• Load and unload trucks/trailers
• Ensure product is staged in proper location
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the assigned area
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure working environment
• Operate equipment in a safe manner and ensure all equipment is in good working order – doing periodic inspections
• Assist in the organization of the warehouses
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, maintaining a good attendance record

Requirements

• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability to maintain forklift license
• Ability to pass a drug/alcohol test
• Ability to stand six to eight hours a day
• Ability to bend, reach, and stoop
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds without accommodations
• Ability to move 900 pound carts utilizing mechanical equipment
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Impeccable attention to detail and mindfulness of surroundings

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• 1 week of paid vacation
• Accrued Personal Paid Time Off
• Full-time Associates are eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Pet Insurance
• AFLAC
• Biweekly Direct Deposit
• Free Employee Assistance Programs

Pay

$16.00 an hour plus 20% discount on in-store purchases.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 6 am to 2:30 pm