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Warehouse Associate Hybrid

WM
13 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Kent, Washington, United States
Description

Stericycle is now part of WM. To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle, CLICK HERE to read the press release.

 

Pay Rate: $26.76 per hour. Paid weekly.
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. 

What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family. 
We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.
We Are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.
We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!
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I. Job Summary

Under direct supervision, the Warehouse Associate role receives inbound materials, segregating and loading paper into paper shredder, performs equipment maintenance, loads and unloads vehicles, performs general housekeeping and processes material for treatment. Assembles mail-back and other product kits. 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assembles mail back and other product kits according to established procedures. Picks kits and stock items from printed pick list to fulfill customer orders.
  • Packs orders for shipment to insure efficient use of materials and safety of items in transit.
  • Unloads, inspects, and reports status of inbound materials.
  • Stocks pick and rack locations to meet projected demand requirements.
  • Provides feedback to management on ways to increase efficiencies and the effectiveness of servicing customer needs. Participates in process improvement activities (LEAN).
  • Unloads shredded paper, media, and product from Shred-it’s trucks at the assigned branch nightly.
  • Reload trucks with specific equipment needed for the next day’s assignment.
  • Operates and maintains baling machinery at the branch.
  • Ensures all paper bales are staged or loaded for shipment as required.
  • Performs shredding operations in support of Shred-it’s off-site shredding program.
  • Safeguards plant hardware and equipment by locking and activating security systems.
  • Operates forklifts and performs preventative maintenance on forklifts as required.
  • Maintains a clean and safe working area according to Shred-It and NAID standards.
  • Ensures that all truck compartments and cabs are cleaned nightly in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Performs weekly, monthly and yearly preventative maintenance on all equipment.
  • Maintains supplies for plant operations.
  • Works toward achieving maximum efficiencies in an established work environment while maintaining safety & compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.
  • Performs physical inventory counts.
  • Performs necessary record keeping activities.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
  • Demonstrates the ability to observe safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Demonstrates the ability to operate forklift, pallet jack, and dolly.
  • Demonstrates the ability to drive equipment in close quarters.


III. Qualifications 

A. Required Qualifications 

  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited).


B. Preferred Qualifications 

  • 1 year of work experience, preferably in a plant/warehouse environment with a safety focus.
  • 6 months experience as a certified forklift driver and basic maintenance 


IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Frequently

  • Standing 
  • Lifting 
  • Pushing 
  • Pulling 
  • Reaching 
  • Handling 
  • Grasping 
  • Talking 
  • Repetitive Motions 
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination 
  • Walking 
  • Hearing 


Constantly
 

  • Walking 
  • Hearing

 

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.


Pay: The expected base pay rate for this office/on-site position is $26.76 per hour. This rate represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.


V. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 
 

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.