Material Handler Full-time & Part-time

Evergreen Goodwill•Kirkland, WA

20d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Material Handler works in the Production department, unloading donations from containers and moving goods to appropriate production areas. The role includes sorting donations and removing salvage material and garbage from salable goods, while maintaining an orderly flow of goods to the production floor. The position may involve operating a forklift when certified to Seattle Goodwill standards. The work takes place outdoors and in a warehouse, with varying temperatures and exposure to dust. The role is open as full-time and part-time. The stated pay rate is $17.99–$20.25 per hour, depending on experience. The position is non-exempt and reports to the Material Handler Supervisor. High school graduation or equivalent is preferred but not required, and no prior experience is required. Forklift certification is optional if applicable to the role and requires meeting eligibility requirements.

Requirements

No experience is required.
High school graduation or equivalent is preferred but not required.
Forklift certification is optional if applicable to the job role and requires meeting eligibility requirements.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds.
Ability to grasp, handle, and manipulate objects with the fingers.
Ability to stand for long periods and frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, squat, push, and climb ladders.
Ability to 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, subtract, solve problems, and communicate with the public.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or equivalent.
Seattle Goodwill forklift certification, if applicable to the job 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, report potential hazards or accidents, and support a culture of safety.
Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
When certified to Seattle Goodwill standards, safely and consistently perform duties associated with forklift operation.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health plan including 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.