Job Information
Goodwill Southeast Georgia RECYCLING OPERATOR in Savannah, Georgia
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under general supervision, recycles and recovers unsold or damaged products, as well as raw materials and production scraps.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sorts and identifies unused footwear, handbags, and other accessories.
Labels each item according to specifications.
Dismantles items, separates, and sorts each raw material, leather, plastic, fabric, etc. by type and color.
Identifies and follows the right protocol for each individual item.
Identifies, selects, and uses correct tooling to cut and optimize the recyclability of each item.
Promotes good housekeeping by keeping workstations clean and uncluttered.
Documents actions in the system as needed.
Meets productivity standards while producing quality results.
Complies with all confidentiality requirements
Continually support the agency safety program and contributes employee safety.
Accomplishes retail and organization mission by completing related assignments as needed.
U Q ALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to operate manual and automated equipment as necessary.
Ability to receive and carry out instructions provided in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to quickly assess goods and determine appropriate routing.
Demonstrate and inspire commitment to the Goodwill Mission.
Multi-talented and flexible.
Organized, detail oriented, and meticulous.
Autonomous, problem solver, and collaborative.
Reliable in terms of attendance, confidentiality, and safety.
Comfortable using tablets and the IT system.
Possess good eyesight and color definition.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
Functional reading and writing skills.
Ability to use hand truck.
May be required to work daily overtime and occasional weekends.
Ability to work a flexible schedule determined by operational needs..