Goodwill Western Missouri and Eastern Kansas Hiring for Warehouse Associate at Kansas City, MO  Full Time

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Summary

The warehouse associate is responsible for operation of baling equipment to control excess non-salable merchandise and supply salvage merchandise to external vendors.

Operating a stand-alone tipping machine, maintaining consistent bale density
Sorting non-bale material from those that are acceptable for baling
Placing bales in holding areas
Using hand stacker and forklift to load bales onto trailers or move throughout facility
Sorting product down to separate salvage lines
Performing duties according to safety expectations and procedures
Ensuring the physical safety of the back room and sales floor
Communicating safety issues and concerns to ensure quick resolution

Qualifications

At least 6 months of work history, unless this is their first job
High school diploma or equivalent is not required
Avoidance of any conflict of interest with product or customers
Appropriate and professional communication and demeanor
Ability to remain on task and meet production standards
Commitment to mission of the organization
Understanding of the importance of the donor and salvage processes and how they support the mission
Must be able to tolerate loud noises and dust
Must be able to perform all job duties using required safety equipment
Ability to become certified to operate a forklift and/or hand stacker