Temporary Warehouse Associate

About the role

BioLite / Goal Zero is looking for a detail-oriented Temporary Warehouse Associate to join our team in supporting Goal Zero’s Return and Repair Program.

Responsibilities

• Unload, move, and stage heavy units and return shipments across the warehouse floor.
• Conduct thorough visual and basic functional inspections of returned units while seated in a low, wheeled task chair/creeper.
• Safely lift and transport products weighing up to 70 lbs individually, and perform team lifts for units up to 140 lbs using proper lifting mechanics.
• Help log inspection results, serial numbers, and unit conditions accurately into tracking systems.
• Sort and route inspected inventory to the appropriate staging area (refurbishment or restocking).
• Conduct basic repairs by following standard operating procedures to check voltage readings, button and port functionality.
• Stand, walk, reach, and bend on concrete floors for up to 9 hours per shift, maintaining a tidy, safe work area.

Requirements

• Physical Readiness: Ability to lift up to 70 lbs individually (140 lbs as a team lift), work on your feet for 8 hours daily, and comfortably inspect units low to the ground in a wheeled chair.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot physical damage, missing components, or wear and tear, and accurately communicate findings to other team members.
• Reliability & Dependability: Punctual, safety-conscious, and capable of maintaining consistency during high-volume processing.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of everyday tools and equipment, including screwdrivers, drills, pliers, wirecutters, and boxcutters.
• Team Mindset: Strong communication skills to execute two-person lifts safely and coordinate workflow amongst team members.
• Basic Computer Literacy: Comfort entering unit data, updating statuses, or looking up serial numbers in digital systems.

Qualifications

• Current legal authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer.