Production Associate Full-time

Evergreen Goodwill•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a nonprofit organization that provides job training, education, and job placement across Northwest Washington. The Production Associate sorts salable goods from salvage material and prepares merchandise for sale, supporting the production plant and retail operation. The role pays $21.30 per hour and requires no prior experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The position involves evaluating merchandise, preparing goods for retail, keeping production tallies, maintaining store merchandise and supplies, identifying items for special sales or auctions, and removing unsold items as appropriate. Associates also maintain a clean and safe work area, report hazards or accidents, support customer satisfaction, and contribute to team efforts. Work takes place in a warehouse where temperatures vary and dust may be present.

Requirements

No prior experience is required.
Able to lift and carry 30–40 pounds.
Able to stand for long periods and frequently bend, kneel, reach, stoop, squat, push, and climb ladders.
Able to travel across stairs, ramps, and uneven terrain.
Able to organize, sort, categorize, count, add, and subtract.
Able to interpret data and solve problems.
Able to communicate with the public, create and read written communication, and complete written orders.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Remove salvage material and garbage from salable goods.
Evaluate and determine product value.
Prepare salable goods for retail stores.
Maintain production tallies.
Maintain adequate merchandise in the retail store.
Identify goods for special sales and auctions.
Process and remove unsold items as appropriate.
Maintain supplies inventory.
Maintain a clean work environment.
Demonstrate safe work practices, report potential hazards or accidents, and support a safety culture.
Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
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.