Warehouse Associate
 Goodwill Western Missouri and Eastern Kansas | |
 United States, Missouri, Kansas City | |
| 1800 North Corrington Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Mar 27, 2025 | |
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Goodwill of Western Missouri & Eastern Kansas has a rich, 125 year+ history. Everyone knows Goodwill for our thrift stores, but few know what Goodwill is really all about. The sale of unwanted items provides funds that stay local, helping us to support thousands of job seekers with barriers to employment. We believe in the Power of Work and are committed to helping people earn and keep jobs in the community. That's why 88 of every dollar Goodwill spends goes directly into our mission, not into shareholders' pockets.
Our agency is evolving. We're looking for new leaders and team members who want more than just a job. Visit www.mokangoodwill.org to learn more about our agency. Goodwill of Western Missouri & Eastern Kansas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, age, disability or genetic information, and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply for available positions. Individuals needing accommodations to complete an application may contact Human Resources at 816.842.7425. 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 | |