Material Handler Supervisor

Overview

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. 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.

Job Title: Material Handler Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hourly

Hourly Rate: $/hr

Location: Burien, WA

The Material Handler Supervisor is responsible for the flow of donated goods throughout the production area, supporting the individual production areas with incoming material and removal of salvage and trash, generating revenue to support the Mission of Seattle Goodwill.

Pay Range: $/hour DOE

Sign-On Bonus: $500*

• Coordinate the efforts of the Dock and Staging staff with production areas, transportation, and the Production Manager.
• Maintain a good working relationship with other production departments.
• Write periodic performance reviews for all reporting personnel.
• Audit quality decisions of material moving to salvage and to the production floor.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• 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.
• Oversee baling of salvage textiles.
• Oversee scrap metal operation.
• Requisition production supplies as needed and maintain inventories on hand.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Consistent and safe execution of duties associated with forklift operation when certified to Seattle Goodwill standards.

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.

(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.

• High school graduate or equivalency preferred
• 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
• Ability to work and lead in a team environment

• 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:
  Seattle Goodwill Forklift certification optional, must meet eligibility requirements.

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; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces. Must be able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.

Maintain reliable attendance.

• Organizing, sorting,…