Warehouse Associate

The Planet Group; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group in Germantown, WI is seeking a Warehouse Associate to consolidate, treat, store, pack, transport and dispose of hazardous waste in compliance with environmental policies. You will maintain detailed records and follow safety procedures.

Schedule is Monday–Friday with possible overtime; starting pay up to $25/hr based on experience. This role requires physical stamina, forklift operation, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Stand and walk over uneven surfaces for extended periods.
• Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts.
• Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms.
• Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions.
• Willingness to wear company-issued PPE including safety glasses, hard hat, steel-toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.
• Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Segregate and package material for transport.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and storage of hazardous materials in accordance with regulations and procedures.
• Operate fork trucks and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load/unload trailers.
• Complete required documentation accurately, timely and legibly in accordance with applicable regulations and customer policies, practices and procedures.
• Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Forklift operation

Outdoor/indoor work

PPE safety compliance

Documentation literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Starting Pay: Up to $25/hr depending on experience

Location: Germantown, WI

Schedule- M-F 5am-1/2pm (5-10 hours of OT available)

Job Description

The Warehouse Associate consolidates, treats, stores, packs, transports and/or disposes of hazardous waste in accordance with environmentally responsible and compliant practices, policies, and procedures. Maintain detailed and accurate records.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Segregate and package material for transport.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and storage of hazardous materials in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, practices and procedures.
• Operate fork trucks and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load/unload trailers.
• Complete required documentation accurately, timely and legibly in accordance with applicable regulations and customer policies, practices and procedures.
• Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the workday
• Ability to stand and walk over uneven surfaces for extended periods
• Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts
• Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms
• Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions
• Willingness and ability to wear company-issued personal protection equipment including safety glasses, hard had, steel toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Basic computer skills to complete web-based training
• Ability to understand and respond to written and verbal English
• Ability to predictably and regularly attend work during scheduled hours. Must be willing and able to occasionally work nights, weekends and variable schedule(s) as necessary.
• Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.