About this role
Join our team
At Goodwill of North Georgia, we make a positive impact on our community by using donations and sales from our 100+ locations to help local job seekers find meaningful work. Simply said, we put people to work. Join our team and work for an organization that will help you grow personally and professionally while giving you the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts are helping others reach their potential.
You can learn more about our 100+ stores, donation centers and career centers and how our mission helps local job seekers at goodwillng.org.
What we offer:
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off for vacation and holidays
• 25% employee discount
• Health, dental and vision insurance for staff and their families
• Access to free job skills training at Goodwill Career Centers
What we're looking for:
As a Warehouse Associate you will be responsible for receiving, moving, sorting and storing donated merchandise while providing exceptional customer service to all internal and external customers.
What you'll be doing:
• Receive and appropriately sort and store incoming donated goods and products
• Sort and place donated goods or items in gaylords or shelves according to organizational standards
• Create and fill donated goods in bales, crates and other containers
• Verifies and maintains inventory controls by recording amounts of donated goods received or distributed through the inventory system
• Prepare donated goods for shipment to stores
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by keeping pallet area and workstations neat, clean and clutter free
• Ensure a clean storage environment by performing light cleaning duties as needed
• Adhere to and be knowledgeable of agency and departmental policies and procedures
• Responsible for wearing the proper safety equipment
Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• One to two (1-2) years of warehouse experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Effective interpersonal skills as well as oral and written communication skills
Preferences:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior military experience
Working Environment Conditions/Requirements:
• Must start employment in acceptable safety work shoes
• Must be able to work in all types of conditions including heat, cold and dust.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements to perform the duties of the position including the ability to bend, reach, grasp, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time as well as the ability to push, pull and lift up to 30lbs with or without accommodation
Does this sound like a place for you? If so, please apply today. Our process takes about 10-15 minutes to complete. Once you do, our recruiting team will reach out to you within a few days. Thank you for your time and your interest in Goodwill of North Georgia.
Goodwill of North Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Goodwill to consider applicants based solely on qualifications and merit; without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.