Production Supervisor

About Evergreen Goodwill

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1923 that helps people get jobs across Northwest Washington by offering high‑quality free job training, education and job placement. Goodwill empowers individuals to overcome barriers to working, by providing comprehensive support and connecting them with life‑changing job opportunities, ensuring they are career‑ready and can support themselves and their families.

The organization employs over 2,000 people, operates five job‑training centers, 23 nonprofit retail stores and more than 27 donation sites in King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom and Kitsap Counties. Every day, Evergreen Goodwill connects people with the jobs, services and skills they need — because Jobs Change Lives. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI) and are focused on creating a joyful, inclusive and successful organization.

Department:
Production

FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt

Reports to:

Production Assistant Manager

Supervises:
Production Associates

The Production Supervisor oversees the day‑to‑day donation and production operations of the store to meet or exceed optimum level of merchandise production. Effectively supervises production employees so that daily production goals are met. Responsible to ensure a safe, clean, and organized working environment.

Pay Rate: $23.50/hour

• Ensure donations are processed in such a way to maximize sales and minimize waste.
• Conduct quality checks on merchandise before it is placed on the sales floor.
• Ensure all donations are processed expediently from the donation door to the sales floor.
• Communicate needs with store management team to ensure production and sales goals will be met.
• Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
• Promote productivity by following up with employees on work results.
• Resolve workplace employee concerns by addressing issues that impact employee performance and productivity.
• Coordinate dock efforts by assigning staff within production and transportation area.
• Ensure Production Associates are stocked with supplies.
• Prepare reports by collecting, documenting and summarizing information.
• Complete projects by planning, organizing and monitoring assignments.
• 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.
• Consistently and safely execute duties associated with forklift operation when certified to Evergreen Goodwill standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Goodwill’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; monitoring performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Partner with People Relations as needed and appropriate.

• High school graduate/GED equivalency preferred.
• Minimum 1 year production or warehouse experience, working knowledge of material handling practices.
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Must have familiarity with dock equipment, lifting and handling techniques.
• Must have basic math skills for reports, documentation, etc.
• Ability to work and lead in a team environment.
• Ability to carry out instructions.

• Proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to learn new technology and software as related to the job.

• If applicable to job role:
  Evergreen Goodwill Forklift certification optional, must meet eligibility requirements.

Ability to lift and carry up to 30‑40 pounds; fine motor control; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing, climbing ladders;…