Warehouse Recycling Associate

Rural King; Waverly (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare plans

Virtual doctor visits

Centers of Excellence access

15% Associate Discount

SmartDollar Program

Associate Assistance Program

RK Cares Hardship Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

Job summary

Rural King is seeking a Warehouse Recycling Associate to support the efficient operation of recycling facilities by collecting, sorting, and processing recyclable materials. This role involves handling loading/unloading, inspection, and documentation tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key duties include safe equipment operation, material handling, and maintaining accurate shipping logs; cross-training in related duties may occur.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse/manufacturing environments.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations while operating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safe loading and unloading of recycling materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other tools.
• Inspect, hand-sort, grade, and count recyclable materials.
• Create, prepare, and maintain all shipping documents and logs.
• Inspect Material Handling Equipment for repairs/maintenance.
• Ensure work area and equipment are clean and stored properly.
• Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• May cross-train and perform other duties.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Team interaction

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Overview

About us

Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opportunity to work alongside dedicated associates who share a passion for providing an exceptional experience and service to our rural communities. Whether you are starting an entry-level position or joining with professional experience, Rural King encourages professional growth and provides the necessary resource to help you succeed and grow with us.

When you join the Rural King team, you become a contributing member in supporting the needs of and making a difference in the lives of those within the people and communities we serve.

How we reward you

• 401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
• Healthcare plans to support your needs
• Virtual doctor visits
• Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic's Complex Care Program
• 15% Associate Discount
• Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Program (no cost to you!)
• Associate Assistance Program
• RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
• 24/7 Chaplaincy Services

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Warehouse Recycling Associate, you will be responsible for supporting the efficient operation of recycling facilities by assisting with the collection, sorting, and processing of recyclable materials.

JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Safe loading and unloading of recycling materials, using forklifts, pallet jacks, and various other hand tools, to and from trainers per the standard operating procedures.
• Inspect, hand-sort, grade, and accurately count recyclable materials.
• Create, prepare, and maintain all shipping documents and logs.
• Inspection of Material Handling Equipment for any repairs/maintenance needed.
• Ensure the work area, equipment, and tools are clean and stored properly.
• Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• May be required to cross-train and perform other duties.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior warehouse/manufacturing experience
• Ability to successfully interact with others efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow all health and safety regulations while operating equipment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Good visual acuity including close vision for computer work.
• Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard or handheld device.
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times per day.
• Ability to repetitively lift, bend, carry, and push.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 50 pounds. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken, which exceeds these minimum requirements.
• May work under stressful circumstances at times.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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