Warehouse Recycling Associate

RK Recycling, LLC. is hiring the role of recycling associate. In this position 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 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 recycling materials.
• Create and 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:

• 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:

• None

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