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.

Job Title: E-Commerce Books Production Associate

Pay: $19.97/hour

Shift Availability: Weekend Availability (10 hour days, 4 days weekly)

About the Position

The E-Commerce Books Production Associate is responsible for sorting, scanning, listing and shipping books, media and vinyl.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Effectively perform daily sorting, scanning, and/or listing of ISBN and non-ISBN books, media and vinyl.
• Operate and load books into the book sorting machine.
• Responsible to meet productivity standards and production goals
• Responsible for grading the condition of books according to industry standards.
• Collect book orders from warehouse, as needed.
• Prepare shipping labels / package items sold, as needed.
• Maintain a smooth flow of incoming and outgoing book product.

• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

Education and Experience:

• High school graduate or GED equivalency but not required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of E-Commerce book processes is helpful
• Knowledge of merchandise and customer service is desirable
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.
• Ability to operate automated systems to sort, scan, process, and ship books and media.

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

• This role may require ability to operate an electric pallet jack and stacker. Certification and training provided by Evergreen Goodwill. Employee must meet eligibility requirements.

Physical Abilities:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to lift and carry up to 35 to 50 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). Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills. Maintain reliable attendance.

Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities :

• Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting
• Problem Solving
• Internal/external customer service skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Work Environment:

Office and warehouse environment, moderate noise level, exposure to dust. Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

Everyone Is Welcome

When you join Evergreen Goodwill, you join a truly vibrant community. We value the things that make us different and unique. From diverse international and ethnic backgrounds, to languages, identities, ages, orientations, and beyond, Evergreen Goodwill celebrates individual and cultural diversity.

Why work at Evergreen Goodwill?

• 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, (9) 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: E vergreen 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 .

https://evergreengoodwill.org/about-us/jobs-at-goodwill/

Job Family: Ecommerce

Pay Type: Hourly
Hiring Rate: $19.97