Warehouse Associate

Duties

• Affords assistance at the donation door and material handling.
• Affords assistance with salvage and outlet operations including baling, loading, unloading, and transporting product on and off the outlet floor.
• Operates forklift.
• Affords assistance in maintaining the cleanliness of store area, production area, and warehouse facility.
• Meets and greets every donor immediately.
• Affords assistance in unloading vehicle of donations.
• Treats donations with respect.
• Sorts all donations into proper containers by categories, as established by management.
• Transports donations to appropriate workstations.
• Cleans large furniture and large donated items that will be placed on sales floor.
• Drives forklift (if applicable) in a safe and prudent manner at all times.
• Operates baler, trash compactor, and other material handling devices safely.

Requirements

• Ability to work with people having different abilities.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks independently.
• Must have the ability to achieve forklift certification (after training).
• Able to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
• Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all job requirements.
• Able to stand, stoop, bend, or carry for extended periods.
• Able to move 20-100 pounds by lifting, team lifting, or with mechanical assistance.
• Able to go up and down steps.
• Tolerance to extreme changes in temperature and humidity.
• Willing to work evenings and/or weekends to satisfy store needs.

Experience

• 0-2 years
• High School/Equivalent

Qualifications

• All positions require the completion of a background check.
• Applicant must acknowledge or have criminal convictions does not constitute an automatic bar to employment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive & Competitive Benefits Package Including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Products.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan + up to 4% contribution.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Flexible Spending + Health Savings Accounts.
• 10% Discount on ESGW Services.
• Employee Wellness Program.
• 30% Discount at Goodwill Stores.

Contact Information

• Easterseals-Goodwill (ESGW) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (“PSLF”) program.
• Contact your loan provider for more information.

About the Role

• Easterseals-Goodwill offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
• We are committed to maintaining a recruitment process that is fair and accessible to everyone.
• We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.
• If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please inform us, and we will do our best to provide appropriate support.