Material Handler Full-time

Evergreen Goodwill•Mount Vernon, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler works in the Production department, unloading donations from containers and moving goods to appropriate production areas. The role helps keep goods flowing to the production floor and supports the sorting and handling of donated materials. The position pays $17.13 per hour and reports to the Material Handler Supervisor. It is a non-exempt position.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalency is preferred but not required.
No experience is required.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds.
Fine motor control to grasp, handle, and manipulate objects with fingers.
Ability to stand for long periods and frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, squat, push, climb ladders, and travel across stairs, ramps, and uneven terrain.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including with people who have limited English skills.
Reliable attendance.
Ability to organize, sort, categorize, count, add, and subtract.
Problem-solving ability.
Ability to communicate with the public.
Seattle Goodwill forklift certification is optional if applicable to the role, subject to eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Seattle Goodwill forklift certification, if applicable to the role.

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.
Follow safe work practices, observe for potential hazards or accidents, and report them.
Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
Contribute to team efforts and accomplish related results as needed.
When certified to Seattle Goodwill standards, safely perform duties associated with forklift operation, if applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment, 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.