Material Handler
Evergreen Goodwill · Edmonds, Washington · Posted Jun 28, 2026
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Position: Material Handler Full-time
Job Description
Edmonds, 10117 Edmonds Way, Edmonds, Washington, United States of America
Job Title: Material Handler
Department: Production
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Material Handler Supervisor
Pay Rate: $ per hour DOE
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.
- Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.
Education and Experience
- High school graduate or equivalency preferred, but not 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
- Problem solving
- Communicating with the public
- Verbal and written communication skills
Position Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits
- Health plan including 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 days), 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.
Edmonds, 10117 Edmonds Way, Edmonds, Washington, United States of America
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