Warehouse Cleaner

IKEA; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

WiselyPay – earn wages early

Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)

KinderCare tuition discount

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount

Job summary

IKEA Tacoma is seeking a warehouse associate to manage waste processing, collect, sort, bail, dispose, and store waste in line with IKEA Sustainability guidelines. You will safely operate various material handling equipment and waste baler, and maintain a clean, safe work area across the fulfillment unit.

This permanent—full-time position runs Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, with benefits eligibility and a pay rate of $19.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain IKEA forklift driver’s certification.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs./30 kg ergonomically.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to operate and maintain waste-related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for processing material waste of the unit.
• Collect, sort, bail, dispose, and store waste in accordance with IKEA Sustainability guidelines.
• Safely operate various material handling equipment.
• Operate waste baler and other sustainability related tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in all locations within the fulfillment unit.
• Contribute to an environment where IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers.
• Perform other duties assigned

Skills

Driving aptitude

Ability to lift 70 lbs/30 kg

Standing/walking for long periods

Operates sweeper/scrubber

Education

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

WHY WE WILL LOVE YOU

You care about making a positive impact in the world. A warehouse job at IKEA is so much more than moving things from A to B. 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 your uniqueness.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Assume responsibility for processing material waste of the unit
• Collect, sort, bail, dispose, and store waste in accordance with IKEA Sustainability guidelines
• Safely operate various material handling equipment
• Operate waste baler and other sustainability related tools
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in all locations within the fulfillment unit
• Contribute to an environment where IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers
• Perform other duties assigned

TOGETHER AS A TEAM

We’re the team behind the scenes that make the IKEA products available to the many people. As a diverse mix of co-workers we use our supply process expertise to balance range and space capacity with forecasting and ordering to provide customers with high availability while minimizing costs. If you’ve wonder who’s responsible for finding effective and efficient ways of picking up the products for our customers, that’s us. We’re passionate about working together to improve the customer experience at IKEA!

JOB TYPE: Permanent – Full-Time

BENEFITS ELIGIBLE: Yes

HOURS: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

The hourly pay rate for this position is $19.50/hr

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 and 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

The anticipated posting closing date is on or around 7/28/26.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated driving aptitude in warehouse environment.
• You must have the ability to obtain IKEA’s forklift driver’s certification.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs./30kgs ergonomically. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to operate and maintain the sweeper/scrubber machines.

• Assume responsibility for processing material waste of the unit
• Collect, sort, bail, dispose, and store waste in accordance with IKEA Sustainability guidelines
• Safely operate various material handling equipment
• Operate waste baler and other sustainability related tools
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in all locations within the fulfillment unit
• Contribute to an environment where IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers
• Perform other duties assigned