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Canton Outlet - Store Material Handler

Goodwill Industries Of Gr. Cleveland & East Central Ohio, North Canton, OH, United States


Material Handler - Canton Outlet Store

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio is hiring a Material Handler to join our team at our North Canton outlet store! In this vital role, you will be at the heart of our mission, handling donated materials and ensuring they are properly processed for sale. You'll move donated goods, salvage commodities, refuse, equipment, and other materials on and off trucks, sort items into designated locations, and support all areas of the salvage sorting process. This position offers excellent cross-training opportunities to expand your skills across multiple store functions.

At Goodwill Industries, you're not just processing donations; you're helping to fund job training, employment placement services, and other community-based programs that empower individuals to achieve their full potential. Be part of something bigger!

Essential Functions

Process donations efficiently:

Sort and prepare quality donations for sale in the store while meeting established production goals

Maintain merchandising standards:

Assist with stock rotation and keep shelves and displays presentable and organized

Handle data entry:

Use computer software to input cash amounts and maintain accurate customer records

Support team development:

Assist store leadership with training new personnel

Ensure cleanliness and safety:

Maintain a clean work environment through sweeping and cleaning; adhere to all safety practices, procedures, and policies

Perform material handling duties:

Manually move materials, or use hand trucks and pallet jacks to handle items on the dock, within the facility, and in exterior store areas

Track diversion metrics:

Weigh and record Gaylords, containers, and hoppers to monitor diversion pounds

Provide customer service:

Provide appropriate and helpful customer service on the outlet floor

Manage loading/unloading:

Load and unload trailers at the loading dock

Handle waste disposal:

Place trash in proper containers, move containers to designated locations (including outdoor areas), and operate the compactor

Required Skills & Experience

Ability to operate all tipping equipment - must be age 18 or older

Ability to use all appropriate safety PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and follow safety protocols

Knowledge of different shades and tones of color

Knowledge of merchandise across a variety of categories

Ability to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Some of the great perks of working at Goodwill:

Bonus incentive plan

Generous paid time off

Retirement planning with company match

Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount

Employees who work full-time are also eligible for:

Medical, dental, & vision benefits at a fraction of the premium cost

Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Life insurance at no cost

Paid holidays

Retirement plan with company match incentive

Goodwill is 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, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Background check required.

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