Material Handler Part-time

Evergreen Goodwill•Port Orchard, WA

22h•$17 - $19

About The Position

The Material Handler unloads donations from containers and moves goods to appropriate production areas. The role is part of the Production department and reports to the Material Handler Supervisor. Work takes place outdoors and in a warehouse, where temperatures vary and dust may be present. The role requires reliable attendance, effective communication with others—including people with limited English skills—and safe work practices. Forklift duties apply only when the employee is certified to Seattle Goodwill standards. Employees under 18 are not permitted to use or perform duties with heavy machinery or compactors.

Requirements

Applicants must be 18 years or older.
No experience is required.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, including with people who have limited English skills.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds; stand for long periods; bend, kneel, reach, stoop, squat, push, climb ladders, and travel across stairs, ramps, and uneven terrain.
Developed fine motor control to grasp, handle, and manipulate objects with fingers.
Ability to organize, sort, categorize, count, add, subtract, solve problems, communicate with the public, and use verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or equivalency is preferred but not required.
Seattle Goodwill forklift certification is optional, when applicable to the job role, and requires meeting eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

Remove and sort salvage material and garbage from salable goods.
Sort donations into appropriate bins for further processing.
Provide a smooth flow of goods to the production floor.
Use cardboard compactors and identify problems.
Maintain donor tallies.
Maintain a clean work environment.
Demonstrate safe work practices, remain aware of potential hazards, and report hazards or accidents.
Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
When certified to Seattle Goodwill standards, consistently and safely perform duties associated with forklift operation.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.

Benefits

Health plan with medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability insurance for salaried employees.
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan.
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program.
Paid vacation, nine holidays, and sick time.
Limited paid time off for jury duty and bereavement leave.
Employee discounts.
Employee referral bonus.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Mentorship Program.
Career Advancement Opportunities.
Paid Job Training.