Warehouse Supervisor

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the full warehouse operation and supervise production associates in Seattle. The role emphasizes maintaining efficient merchandise flow to support recycling processes and vendor collaboration, with a pay rate of $23.97/hour.

Responsibilities include scheduling staff, coaching, safety training, reporting, and housekeeping to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience: 2 years warehouse production, 1 year supervisory experience or equivalent
• Seattle Goodwill forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign staff to meet operational needs.
• Promote productivity by monitoring work results and giving feedback.
• Coach and train employees; identify training needs.
• Ensure safety and support a safety culture; report hazards.
• Coordinate dock activities with forklift driver, transportation and warehouse managers.
• Prepare reports by collecting, documenting and summarizing information.
• Oversee recycling-related processes including baling and sorting of materials.
• Maintain inventories and requisition supplies as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Supervisory experience

Report preparation

Safety awareness

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Job Title

Warehouse Supervisor

Job Summary

Oversees the entire physical operation, responsible for maintaining an optimum level of merchandise production and supervision of production associates. Assures the flow of merchandise through the warehouse to maximize the recycling process, supporting vendors and minimizing excess waste. Pay Rate: $23.97/hour

Essential Functions

• Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning one or more employees.
• Promote productivity by following up with employees on work results.
• Set expectations, instruct, coach and identify training needs.
• Demonstrate cultural competency.
• Resolve workplace problems by addressing issues that impact employee performance and productivity.
• Coordinate dock efforts with forklift driver, transportation and warehouse managers.
• Prepare reports by collecting, documenting and summarizing information.
• Complete projects by planning, organizing and monitoring assignments.
• Oversee baling of salvage textiles and the sorts of scrap metal and e‑waste and all other recyclable materials.
• Requisition warehouse supplies as needed and maintain inventories on hand.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Uphold safe work practices in support of a safety culture through awareness and observation; assist in safety training of employees; report any potential hazards or accidents.
• Participate in the functions of a production worker, promoting teamwork as needed.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience: 2 years warehouse production, 1 year supervisory experience or equivalent
• Specific skills/knowledge/licenses: Seattle Goodwill forklift certification.

Essential Physical Abilities

• Lifting and carrying 30-40 pounds; developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers).
• Standing for long periods of time; frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain).
• Forklift driving.

Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities

• Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting
• Interpreting data
• Problem solving
• Communicating with the public
• Creating written communication, clear written and verbal
• Computer skills to include P.O.S. knowledge
• Completing written orders

Working Conditions

Warehouse environment; temperature varies; exposure to dust.

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, nine holiday 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

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.

This document does not represent a contract of employment, and EGNW reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as EGNW may deem appropriate.