Material Handler Part-time

Evergreen Goodwill•Everett, WA

22h•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 sorts donations and salvage, supplies goods to the production floor, maintains donor tallies and a clean work environment, and follows safe work practices. Forklift duties may be performed only when the employee is certified to Seattle Goodwill standards. The position pays $20.77 per hour and works in outdoor and warehouse environments with variable temperatures and exposure to dust. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. No experience is required. High school graduation or an equivalent is preferred but not required. Forklift certification is optional when applicable to the role and subject to eligibility requirements. The work involves lifting and carrying up to 30–40 pounds, standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing, climbing ladders, and traveling across stairs, ramps, and uneven terrain. The role also requires organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, basic addition and subtraction, problem solving, communicating with the public, and verbal and written communication. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Applicants must be 18 years or older.
No experience required.
High school graduate or equivalent preferred, but not required.
Able to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds.
Able to stand for long periods and frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, squat, and push; climb ladders; and travel across stairs, ramps, and uneven terrain.
Able to organize, sort, categorize, count, add, and subtract.
Problem-solving ability.
Able to communicate with the public and communicate verbally and in writing.
Reliable attendance.
If applicable, meet eligibility requirements for optional Seattle Goodwill forklift certification.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or equivalent.
Seattle Goodwill forklift certification, optional when applicable to the job role and subject to 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 alert to 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, if applicable.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Communicate effectively with others, verbally and in writing, including people with limited English skills.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.

Benefits

Health plan including 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.