Outlet Warehouse Team Member

Job Summary

The Outlet Warehouse Team Member supports safe and efficient warehouse operations by operating equipment handling materials maintaining organization and assisting with logistics tasks. This role is also responsible for processing outlet salvage materials removed from the sales floor which may include clothing plastics aluminum pillows linens and cardboard. Once removed from the sales floor outlet merchandise is transported to the baling area where it is sorted consolidated and processed. The primary goal of this process is to reduce waste at the outlet by efficiently consolidating materials for resale and recycling. The ideal candidate is reliable detail-oriented and safety-conscious with a strong commitment to following procedures and supporting warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are representative of the essential functions of this position. Additional duties may be assigned as operational needs require.

Equipment Operation

• Safely operate warehouse equipment including forklifts pallet jacks and baling machines.

Salvage Processing & Material Handling

• Receive sort and process salvage materials from the sales floor; separate linen from mixed salvage and place into designated gaylords for transfer to the HH location.
• Bale outlet and salvage commodities as needed including clothing plastics aluminum pillows linens cardboard and other recyclable materials.
• Move stage store and organize materials according to established procedures; assist production by loading and preparing tables for the sales floor when baling operations are not required.

Safety Recordkeeping & Communication

• Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment; follow all safety policies and procedures and promptly report hazards incidents or equipment issues.
• Assist with inventory counts and maintain accurate records; communicate effectively with management and team members regarding workflow and operational needs.
• Perform additional warehouse and production duties as assigned.

Supervisory Duties

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must pass a drug screen.
• A criminal background check is required; consideration will be given to applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable law.
• Valid drivers license with a driving record acceptable to Goodwills liability insurance provider required.
• Ability to perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to work and cooperate with others.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Previous warehouse experience desirable. Forklift certification preferred; other relevant certifications a plus.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred; previous warehouse experience desirable.
• Forklift certification preferred; other relevant certifications a plus.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to safely operate forklifts pallet jacks baling machines and other warehouse equipment; basic understanding of warehouse safety procedures; ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to work independently and as part of a team; physical stamina to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive motions.

Core Competencies

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is typically required to:

• Frequent standing walking bending lifting up to 50 pounds and equipment operation throughout the workday.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions dust fumes animal hair machinery and varying noise levels; required to wear appropriate PPE (safety shoes gloves eye protection and other safety equipment as required).

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions dust fumes animal hair machinery and varying noise levels. PPE is required as assigned.