Charlotte Plant Sorter

Purpose or General Objective: To sort through textile in order to eliminate the storage of excess “unacceptable” product.

Essential Duties:

• Continually sort through donated textile, while separating “good” from “bad” product
• Correctly label carts and Gaylords as “SORTED”, “SEASONAL” or “BALE”
• Transfer carts and Gaylords to the appropriate staging area within the plant
• Weigh product as directed by supervisor
• Maintain a safe and orderly work environment
• Follow safety procedures and report injuries and safety hazards
• Maintain good housekeeping skills including sweeping and cleaning work area at the end of shift
• Maintain a level of processing performance of at least 4 carts, 6 Gaylords or any combination thereof per day
• Develop the ability to sort acceptable from unacceptable donations
• Ability to work productively without close supervision.
• Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with all employees, participants, customers and consumers working with and for Goodwill Industries.

Additional Duties:

• Other duties as assigned by the Charlotte Plant Supervisor, Transportation Supervisor, Operations Manager, Retail Director or Vice President of Retail and Donated Goods.

Physical Requirements:

• Have the ability to bend, reach and lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Have the ability to carry, push, pull, otherwise move, and organize merchandise on a regular basis. May involve use of a pallet jack.
• Ability to obtain valid forklift license.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred