Retail Material Handler - Full Time

Material Handler- Marion Goodwill Industries

Starting Pay: Competitive Growth Opportunities Mission-Driven Work

About Us

At Marion Goodwill Industries, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. Every purchase, every donation, and every transaction helps fund job training and community programs that create opportunities for people across our region. Join our team and be part of a mission where your work truly makes a difference.

The Opportunity

At Goodwill, your work changes lives. As a Material Handler, you're the engine of our stores safely receiving, sorting, and preparing donations so they can be sold to support our mission.

What You'll Do

Inspect, categorize, and route textiles, wares, and electronics to the correct streams; identify salvage vs. saleable goods.

Follow quality standards and price/tag guidelines to prepare goods for the sales floor efficiently.

Stage, replenish, and rotate merchandise (FIFO) to maintain fresh, well-stocked departments.

Keep docks and processing areas clean and hazard-free; use carts, pallet jacks, and (if trained) balers/compactors and other equipment safely; follow all PPE and safety procedures.

Meet daily processing targets (pieces per hour) and support store throughput, image, and donation experience.

Assist on the sales floor during rushes; help with backroom organization, donations-in, and transfers as needed.

Why You'll Love It Here

Competitive hourly pay

20% employee discount

Flexible scheduling

PTO and floating holidays (with tenure)

Growth and advancement opportunities

Mission-driven culture where your work supports education, jobs, and community empowerment

What We're Looking For

High school diploma or GED preferred

Previous warehouse, retail backroom, distribution, or production experience a plus (we'll train the right person).

Reliable, safety-minded, organized, and team-oriented; able to follow standard operating procedures and meet targets.

Work in backroom/dock environment with varying temperatures; use PPE as required.

Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly

Reliable transportation and commitment to a drug-free workplace