Material Handler Part-time

Evergreen Goodwill•Everett, WA

About The Position

The Material Handler works in the Production department, unloading donations from containers and moving goods to appropriate production areas. The role sorts donations and salvage, supports the flow of goods to the production floor, and maintains a clean and safe work environment. The position is part-time, non-exempt, and pays $20.77 per hour. It reports to the Material Handler Supervisor. The work environment includes outdoor areas and a warehouse, with variable temperatures and exposure to dust. No prior experience is required. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required, and applicants must be at least 18 years old. Forklift certification to Seattle Goodwill standards is optional when applicable and subject to eligibility requirements. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds and perform tasks involving fine motor control, prolonged standing, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing, climbing ladders, and traveling over stairs, ramps, and uneven terrain. The role also involves organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, basic arithmetic, problem solving, and verbal and written communication, including communicating with the public and people with limited English skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties and responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time.

Requirements

Applicants must be 18 years or older.
No experience is required.
High school graduation or equivalent is preferred but not required.
Communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing, including people with limited English skills.
Lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds.
Perform tasks requiring fine motor control, prolonged standing, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing, climbing ladders, and travel across stairs, ramps, and uneven terrain.
Use organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, addition, subtraction, problem-solving, public communication, and verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Optional Seattle Goodwill forklift certification, if applicable to the role and eligibility requirements are met.

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 alert to potential hazards, and report hazards or accidents.
Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
When certified to Seattle Goodwill standards and applicable to the role, safely perform duties associated with forklift operation.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned.