What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fulfillment and Logistics Specialist position at GO Project?
Organizational Profile
At GOEX, we believe in doing better in everything we do—because better starts with people. Our commitment begins with fair pay: we ensure that every worker in our supply chain earns a living wage. On average, one worker earning a fair wage supports six family members, creating ripple effects that strengthen families and communities. By choosing GOEX, you are supporting fair wage jobs that liberate workers from poverty and empower them to thrive at home and in their communities.
But better pay is only part of the story. Better starts with better standards. GOEX is proud to be among the elite few who have passed the Fair-Trade Federation’s (FTF) rigorous screening, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to ethical production, transparency, and respect for human dignity.
Candidate Profile
You believe in the power of ethical commerce to make a real difference. You see logistics and fulfillment not just as operational work, but as a way to support families and strengthen communities. You value fair pay, safe working conditions, and the opportunity for every worker to thrive. You take pride in reliable processes, accurate work, and the knowledge that every order you touch helps advance a meaningful mission.
What Drives You
You’re motivated by the impact of fair wages—knowing that one worker’s income can sustain six family members inspires you to protect and honor that responsibility through excellence in your work. You find purpose in precision and efficiency, knowing that each correctly filled order reflects GOEX’s commitment to dignity and quality. You’re committed to continuous improvement and look for ways to make systems smoother, operations smarter, and communities stronger.
Position Summary
Fulfillment & Logistics Specialist—Kansas City GOEX Warehouse
In this full-time role, you bring precision, reliability, and care to every step of the fulfillment process. You understand that accurate, timely, and thoughtful handling of each order reflects GOEX’s commitment to dignity, fairness, and opportunity. Through your work, you help advance GOEX’s mission by making sure every product that leaves our warehouse carries not only quality but also the values of ethical commerce that strengthen families and communities.
Your Responsibilities Include
- Accurately and efficiently pull orders, consistently staying three days ahead of schedule. Reports discrepancies or inventory issues to the Operations Director.
- Updates order statuses in systems per standard processes.
- Follows all outgoing shipment guidelines and triple checks orders for accuracy.
- Assists with post-press and provides additional quality control.
- Stock warehouse shelves and make notes of inventory discrepancies.
- Receives and reviews incoming products including counting, comparison against packing list, and quality checking. Reports discrepancies to the Purchasing and Administrative Coordinator.
- Helps facilitate customer pickups, maintaining a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills, You Bring to the Organization
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 1–2 years of experience in fulfillment, logistics, or warehouse operations preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
- Customer service mindset with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to GOEX’s mission and values.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the workday.
- Comfortable working in a warehouse environment, including exposure to varying temperatures and humidity.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, carts, etc.)
- Manual dexterity to handle products and materials with accuracy and care.
The above description is not intended to be comprehensive, but rather a focused list of priorities. Success provides the opportunity to not only build a career but also bring much-needed support and care to local children and families in crisis across the United States. Successful candidates, like all GOEX employees, are expected to live and work consistent with GO’s vision, mission, and values.
GOEX Project offers a competitive benefits package for full-time positions (30 hours per week) including health, dental, vision and employer paid life insurance, retirement savings and generous PTO plan and a highly competitive, market-indexed compensation when compared to similar non-profit roles. Compensation is commensurate with relevant skills and experience.
The Global Orphan Project is a 501c3 nonprofit located at 3161 Wyandotte, Kansas City, MO 64111.
GO Project l GOEX associates are at-will employees.
www.goproject.org
Salary : $17 - $18