Recovery Co-worker 1A

IKEA; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits package

Co‑worker discount

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Healthy work environment

Job summary

IKEA in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Material Handler to support recovery and repair of products, safely operating equipment and maintaining data integrity. The role focuses on efficient goods flow and adherence to IKEA standards.

Ideal candidates have experience with material handling equipment, can lift up to 70 lbs, and are willing to obtain counterbalance and reach truck certification. A collaborative, inclusive environment and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with material handling equipment.
• Moderate computer skills.
• Proficient with hand tools.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs/30 kg and stand/walk long periods.
• Willing to become certified on counterbalance and reach trucks.

Responsibilities

• Continuously respond to identified damages to minimize costs and preserve product quality.
• Support operational efforts by verifying and assessing detected damages.
• Safely operate machinery, tools, and equipment for recovery and repair processes.
• Ensure a safe, efficient flow of goods within recovery areas.
• Complete all recovery and repair actions per IKEA standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Contribute to a culture that embraces diversity among coworkers and customers.
• Use systems to ensure efficient operations and high data integrity.
• Contribute to optimal goods availability through timely unit operations.
• Adhere to IKEA health, safety, and security rules; help prevent incidents.
• Support lean, cost-conscious operations and share best practices.

Skills

Material handling experience

Computer proficiency

Hand tools

Communication skills

Lift heavy items (70 lbs/30 kg)

Certified counterbalance/reach truck

Tools

Counterbalance truck

Reach truck

Job description

"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you."

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself."

We’re the team behind the scenes that makes the IKEA products available to many people. As a diverse mix of co‑workers, we use our supply‑chain process expertise to balance range and space capacity with forecasting and ordering to provide customers with high availability while minimizing costs.

Requirements

• Previous material handling equipment experience preferred.
• Intermediate computer proficiency.
• Skilled with hand tools.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs./30kgs ergonomically. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Willing to be certified on counterbalance and reach truck

What you’ll be doing day to day

• Continuously respond to identified damages in ways that minimize costs, preserve product quality, and create operational advantages.
• Support operational efforts by verifying and assessing all detected product damages.
• Safely operate all machinery, tools, and equipment associated with product recovery and repair processes.
• Ensure a safe, efficient, and productive flow of goods within assigned recovery areas.
• Complete all recovery and repair actions in full compliance with IKEA Standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Contribute to a strong IKEA culture that embraces diversity among co workers and customers.
• Perform core and support processes effectively using available systems and tools to ensure efficient operations and high data integrity.
• Contribute to optimal goods availability through accurate and timely execution of assigned unit operations.
• Adhere to all IKEA health, safety, and security rules; actively support colleagues in preventing incidents involving people, equipment, building, or products.
• Support optimized daily operations by working in a lean, simple, and cost conscious manner and sharing best practices.

Together as a team

We are the ones meeting our customers – in our stores, online, in our catalogue and beyond. We have knowledge of the IKEA product range, local markets and customer needs and we constantly find new ways of making real connections with our customers to maximize sales and profitability. Together with thousands of colleagues around the world we’re a diverse team working for the continued global success of the IKEA Concept – a concept that helps millions of customers create a better everyday life!

JOB TYPE: Permanent, Hourly
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE: Yes
HOURS: Sunday through Wednesday, 6:30 AM to 5 PM
The hourly pay rate for this role is $21.83
At IKEA, taking care of our co‑workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co‑workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work-life balance, be well, and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!

• Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
• WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
• Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
• KinderCare tuition discount
• Retirement and bonus plans
• Co‑worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
• Pet insurance program
• Education assistance and learning programs
• Safety shoe reimbursement
• 24/7 telehealth visits
• Dental and vision plans
• Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)
• A fun and inclusive work environment

Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. The successful candidate may be required to complete a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment for this role.