Warehouse Sanitation & Baler Associate

Emerald Isle Foods; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Isle Foods (Keany Produce & Gourmet) is seeking a dependable Warehouse Sanitation & Balers Associate to maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse while overseeing cardboard recycling and waste management operations. This role ensures compliance with food safety regulations, GMPs, SSOPs, and customer requirements.

The position provides operational support to Transportation and warehouse teams, with primary responsibility for sanitation and baler duties.

Qualifications

• Experience operating cardboard balers and recycling equipment.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily sanitation of warehouse, dock, storage, and exterior areas.
• Operate baler for cardboard recycling after training.
• Move pallets, waste containers, and recyclable materials using approved equipment.
• Support with dock organization and general warehouse projects.
• Report safety concerns and equipment issues; follow PPE and chemical handling procedures.

Skills

Balers & recycling

Forklift/pallet jack

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Industrial cleaning equipment

Job description

Schedule: Sunday-Friday: The shift starts at 7:00 AM and includes one weekday and Saturday off. Sunday is a mandatory workday.Position SummaryEmerald Isle Foods (Keany Produce & Gourmet) is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Warehouse Sanitation & Baler Associate to maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment while overseeing cardboard recycling and waste management operations. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, GMPs, SSOPs, customer requirements, and company standards. The position also provides operational support to Transportation and warehouse teams as needed while maintaining primary responsibility for sanitation and baler duties.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform daily cleaning and sanitation of warehouse, dock, storage, and exterior areas.Remove debris, spills, shrink wrap, cardboard, and other materials to maintain a safe work environment.Follow sanitation schedules, cleaning procedures, and inspection requirements.Collect, sort, consolidate, and recycle cardboard using the baler after receiving required training and authorization.Safely stage finished bales and maintain clean recycling and waste collection areas.Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, and facility maintenance needs.Conduct pre-use inspections of tools and equipment.Follow all PPE requirements, workplace safety rules, and chemical handling procedures.Move pallets, waste containers, and recyclable materials using approved equipment.Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered equipment only when trained and authorized.Support Transportation and Operations teams by organizing dock areas, staging supplies, managing pallets, and assisting with general warehouse projects.Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding priorities, hazards, equipment issues, and operational needs.Participate in continuous improvement, organization, and special project assignments as directed.Working ConditionsFast-paced warehouse, dock, and outdoor work environment.Frequent exposure to refrigerated, cold, wet, and outdoor conditions, including temperatures of approximately 37°F.Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and material handling throughout the shift.Ability to safely lift and move materials in accordance with company requirements.Required use of steel-toe footwear and other assigned PPE.Overtime, weekends, and holiday work may be required.BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)401(k) with Company Match up to 3%Additional employee benefitsMinimum QualificationsExperience operating cardboard balers and recycling equipment.Forklift or pallet jack experience.High school diploma or GED preferred.Previous sanitation, custodial, warehouse, food production, or related experience preferredAbility to follow written and verbal instructions.Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.Dependable attendance and punctuality.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Preferred QualificationsExperience operating cardboard balers and recycling equipment.Warehouse sanitation or custodial experience.Forklift and pallet jack experience.Experience with floor scrubbers and industrial cleaning equipment.Knowledge of GMPs and food safety standards