Warehouse Associate

Sproutup; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sprout is a global IT hardware retirement provider seeking an ITAD Operator. You will handle identification, sorting, de-manufacturing, and stock organization while following strict safety and data-security standards. Experience with hand tools and the ability to work overtime are preferred.

This role supports our nationwide footprint and requires reliable performance in a warehouse environment. Training progresses through Levels 1–4 as skills develop.

Qualifications

• Proficient in speaking, reading, and understanding English.
• Ability to accurately type 40 words per minute.
• Proficient in basic arithmetic.
• Adaptability to changing tasks and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and categorize IT assets and consumer electronics.
• Safely transport materials across the site.
• Keep workstations and stock areas organized.
• Disassemble IT assets into components for recycling or disposal.
• Follow all operational procedures.
• Adhere to data security and safety protocols (R2v3, ISO 27001).
• Perform basic product identification and material handling.
• Conduct standard de-manufacturing and basic record-keeping tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

English proficiency

Typing 40 WPM

Basic arithmetic

Adaptability

Overtime willingness

Safety compliance

Repetitive tasks

Stand for shift

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Sprout is a global IT hardware retirement provider for hyperscaler and enterprise clients. We leverage a nationwide footprint (and international partner network) combined with proprietary software to enable efficient end-to-end IT asset disposition with a focus on data-bearing devices from the client to the cloud. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with additional operations near Sacramento, Dallas, and Boston. Sprout provides software and services to clients in the form of our IT Asset Disposition, Certified Destruction, and Responsible Recycling solutions.

About Sprout

Since our founding as an electronic waste startup from a Duke University dorm room in 2014, we have been expanding at an average rate of >66% each year. By adhering to our 3 values (One Sprout, Deliver Excellence, and Integrity Matters), we are proud of our culture to move at #SproutSpeed to become the emerging leader in our industry. For more information, please visit: www.sproutup.com.

ITAD Operator Overview

ITAD Operators are responsible for the identification, sorting, reconciliation, and de-manufacturing of IT assets in alignment with Sprout’s operational and environmental standards. With increasing responsibilities and technical proficiency, ITAD Operators advance through Levels 1 to 4 based on experience and demonstrated skills.

Responsibilities

• Product Identification: Recognize and categorize IT assets and consumer electronics.
• Material Handling: Safely transport materials across the site.
• Organizing Stock: Keep workstations and stock areas organized.
• De-Manufacturing: Disassemble IT assets into constituent parts for recycling or disposal.
• Adherence to Operational Procedures.
• Safety and Security Compliance: Follow all safety protocols and data security procedures (R2v3, ISO 27001).
• Basic product identification and material handling.
• Perform standard de-manufacturing and basic record-keeping tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and ensure safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Proficient in speaking, reading, and understanding the English language.
• Ability to accurately type 40 words per minute.
• Proficient in basic arithmetic.
• Experience with hand tools (power drill, pliers, etc.)
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, when needed.
• Adaptability to changing tasks and expectations.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and safety compliance.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and stand for an entire shift.
• Experience in a warehouse environment required. Previous ITAD experience preferred.

EEO – Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law (except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification).