Material Handler

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is looking for a high-energy, positive, team-minded Material Handler to join our team. This position is essential for the success of our retail store operation. The ideal candidate will support our core values of Dignity, Service, Hope, and Partnership with a focus on great customer service. Our retail operation fuels our mission across the Kentucky Bluegrass, generating revenue for programs and services while providing job opportunities to those who face limited options. Every role within our retail operations helps empower people to increase dignity and independence through employment and self-sufficiency.

About the role

If you are looking for an opportunity that allows you to reach new goals while helping others in your community, this Material Handler role is for you. You’ll play a key part in maintaining a positive shopping experience and supporting our mission of creating job opportunities for Kentuckians with barriers to employment. Goodwill is a proud second-chance employer—background challenges are okay!

Responsibilities

• Assist donors or Goodwill transportation staff with unloading donations from vehicles or store trucks using rolling carts or dollies, as necessary.
• Maintain a positive shopping experience by providing excellent customer service.
• Perform basic housekeeping duties to keep the store and donation area clean.
• Follow all Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• No formal education required.
• 1 year of production experience preferred.
• Ability to lift/carry 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and walk about the store.

Pay

$13.00/hour

Schedule

• Shift A: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, five 8-hour days.
• Store Hours: Monday–Sunday, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.

Benefits

• 403(b) Plan with Company matching contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Generous Vacation Time & 8 Paid Holidays.
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Life, Dependent Life, and AD&D Insurance.
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
• Free career coaching, including financial training and digital literacy.
• Flexible schedule.
• Access to our Goodwill Cars to Work program.
• Mission-centric career—your work helps fund employment programs for Kentuckians with disabilities or other workforce challenges.