Salvage Processor

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Outlet Operations Manager, the Salvage Processor is responsible for assisting in the overall processing of salvage materials at one of the Goodwill outlet locations. The Salvage Processor will process materials that are being recycled from our stores and sold out of our outlets or to salvage vendors. This position will have a variety of responsibilities including moving, sorting, rotating and disposing of salvage materials. The Salvage Processor is continually upholding and advancing the Mission, Vision and Values of the organization.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sorts and grades salvage materials by separating into quality level (Outlet or Salvage). 
• Rotates salvage tables into and out of the outlet sales floor.  
• Moves salvage materials to the various stations of the salvage process. 
• Manually places salvage materials into various machines of the salvage process.  
• Assists with operating the tippers, compactors and balers during the salvage process.  
• Adheres to all Goodwill safety requirements which includes wearing (Personal Protective Equipment) PPE while processing salvage at all times.  
• Performs housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness of processing area, interior and exterior of the facility.  
• Performs necessary record keeping pertaining to daily activities and other reports as needed in a neat and legible manner.  
• Provides necessary customer service while projecting a positive image during public contact.  
• Attends meetings and training sessions as required.   
• Ensures compliance with all Goodwill Industries® Sacramento Valley Northern Nevada policies, CARF standards, and safety and security regulations. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

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. 

• Must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Must have knowledge of safety standards including proper lifting techniques. 
• Must have an inclination toward repetitive and routine tasks. 
• Must have the ability to operate basic office equipment.  
• Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from management.    
• Must provide proof of identification and eligibility to work in the United States of America. 
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the Salvage Processor job description with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Must have the ability to work productively with minimal supervision. 

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

• No Positions Supervised.

POSITION INFORMATION:

This position is a part-time, non-exempt position eligible for 403(b) retirement plan; Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Leave. This position is employed by Goodwill Industries® of Sacramento Valley and Northern Nevada, Inc.  

WORK CONDITIONS/HAZARDS:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to drive, stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must be able lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Work environment is usually hectic/fast paced with regular instances of critical or unusual situations.  

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.  

This job description does not cover all the activities, duties or responsibilities required of this role. Omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or related to the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice to accommodate the needs of the organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.