Goodwill Gulf Coast is a non-profit, United Way partner agency serving 10 counties in the Alabama-Florida Gulf Coast area. The agency provides programs and services to help individuals and families overcome challenges due to disabilities or other barriers that impact economic well-being, self sufficiency and quality of life.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated on the basis of disability.

Contribute to the overall effectiveness of Work Training and Business Services by remaining cross trained on all aspects of the production and training operations and performing all other task as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Operates the forklift to move work materials and recycle materials on/off trucks and throughout warehouse safely.
• Notify supervisor when necessary to order supplies, and when equipment needs service/repair.
• Assists route drivers and customers with loading and unloading of supplies and completed work items.
• Stack pallets; arrange materials as directed, while adhering to safety guidelines.
• Assists Work Training Center associates as needed.
• Observes safety procedures and personnel policies.
• Regular attendance is required as outlined in Goodwill’s attendance policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Must be able to and interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
• Must be a role model for participants and be able to provide training in production line processes.
• Must be able to market Goodwill and explain the mission to the general public.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English – enough to keep logs updated.
• Must be able to keep information confidential.
• Must establish and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisor and co-workers.
• Must be a hands-on person who knows what needs to be done and has a strong sense of ownership and is able to complete task with a “get things done” attitude.
• Must be proactive in nature and operate with a sense of safety, urgency, focus and discipline.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• • High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
  • Current Forklift Certification required.
  • Prior experience working in a warehouse environment preferred.
  • Prior forklift experience in a warehouse environment preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to engage in frequent bending, stretching, stooping, and prolonged standing, walking and twisting.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. frequently and 75lbs. regularly and 100+ lbs. with assistance occasionally.
• Ability to utilize a pallet jack safely.
• Ability to use fingers, hands and wrists, repetitively.

Working Conditions:

Considerable physical exertion.

Critical Performance Factors:

• Customer Service
• Safety/Accident Prevention
• Image
• Speed and quality of work

Part-time position - up to 29 hours per week. $12.25/hour

To apply for this position, you must have a Goodwill Gulf Coast application account with us and complete our online application at https://www.goodwillgulfcoast.org/employment/ Click the JOB OPPORTUNITIES to begin exploring career opportunities with us!

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at 251-471-1581.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Application must be completed and submitted online at www.goodwillgulfcoast. Click on JOB OPPORTUNITIES tab to be considered for the position.