Material Handler Part-time

Evergreen Goodwill; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Goodwill in Washington state seeks a hardworking Material Handler to unload donations, sort items for production, and ensure a steady flow of goods to the production area. The role involves outdoor/warehouse work with varying temperatures and exposure to dust.

The position pays $17.13 per hour and requires the ability to lift up to 30-40 pounds, stand for long periods, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. No prior experience is required, and you must be 18 or older.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• No experience required for this position.
• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Forklift certification may be required or optional per Seattle Goodwill standards.

Responsibilities

• Unload donations from containers and move goods to appropriate production areas.
• Sort donations into bins for processing and maintain a smooth flow to production.
• Operate cardboard compactors and identify problems as needed.
• Maintain donor tallies and a clean, safe work environment.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and report hazards or accidents.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and customers, including those with limited English.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

No experience required

18 years or older

Forklift certification (Seattle Goodwill) optional

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler

Department: Production

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Material Handler Supervisor

Supervises: N/A

Revised Date: April 2026

About Goodwill

We believe in the potential of individuals to make positive changes in their lives. We believe that education and training empower people to make those changes. Our vision for the communities we serve is that each person is able to choose rewarding employment, financial security and the experience of educational achievement. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI). We embrace our employees’ differences and acknowledge and support our collective responsibility.

About the Position

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

Pay Rate: $17.13/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.
• If applicable: 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.
• Maintain reliable attendance.
• 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:

• High school graduate or equivalency preferred, but not required
• No experience required
• Applicants must be 18 years or older

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

If applicable to job role: 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:

• Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting
• Problem Solving
• Communicating with the public
• Verbal and written communication skills

Position Requirements (Qualifications for the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act)

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.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Goodwill believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit our employees nor Goodwill to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of Goodwill.