Archive Material Handlers (Auburn WA)

Job Description

We are seeking dependable Archive Material Handlers to support a large-scale archival inventory and relocation project for an information management client. This role involves handling, organizing, packing, moving, and tracking archived materials in a secure and sensitive environment. Successful candidates will be team-oriented, physically capable of performing repetitive lifting and movement of archival assets, and committed to maintaining productivity and accuracy throughout the project. This project will span the holiday season and requires individuals who can commit through the end of the year. The ideal candidate is dependable, self-motivated, follows instructions well, maintains a great attitude, and can consistently perform physical work in a team environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Move, organize, pack, and prepare archival materials for transportation
• Handle sensitive inventory while following established procedures and workflows
• Lift, carry, bend, and move materials weighing up to 30-40 lbs.
• Assist with pallet preparation and shipment support activities
• Follow inventory control and asset-handling processes
• Maintain organized workspaces and ensure accurate material placement
• Work collaboratively with project leadership and team members
• Remain productive with minimal supervision while meeting project timelines
• Adhere to all safety, security, and site-specific requirements

Skills and Requirements

• Prior experience in a warehouse, inventory, logistics, archival, moving, production, admin, or other physically active work environment
• Positive, professional attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to bend, lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 30-40 lbs.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to follow direction and stay on task independently
• Comfortable working in a secure, sensitive archive environment (no smoking)
• Willingness to complete required background screening and drug testing
• Must be able to commit to the duration of the project, including the holiday season (committed to 40 hour work weeks without upcoming trips / staying local through the holidays)
• Interest in archives, records management, museums, libraries, or historical preservation
• Inventory management experience
• Experience working with fragile or highly organized asset collections or film reels
• Barcode scanning or material tracking experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].