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Material Handler Part-time & Full-time

Goodwill, Burien, WA, United States


Burien, 1031 SW 128th St, Burien, Washington, United States of America
Job Title

Material Handler
Department

Production
FLSA Status

Non-Exempt
Reports To

Material Handler Supervisor
About the Position

The Material Handler unloads donations from containers and moves goods to appropriate production areas.
Pay Rate

$21.63/hour
Work Environment

Outdoors and warehouse environment, temperature varies, exposure to dust.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Remove and sort through 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 through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture and report any potential hazards or accidents.
Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
Consistent and safe execution of duties associated with forklift operation when certified to Seattle Goodwill standards.
Minors: Are not allowed to use or perform any job duties with any heavy machinery or compactors.
Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Education and Experience

Education and experience requirements as specified.
Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations

Seattle Goodwill Forklift certification optional, must meet eligibility requirements.
Physical Abilities

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to lift and carry up to 30-40 pounds; have developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain).
Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities

Problem Solving
Communicating with the public
Verbal and written communication skills
Position Requirements (Qualifications)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits

A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
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, (9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Job Training
EEO Statement

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, benefits, and termination.

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