Warehouse Associate

# Job Title: Warehouse Associate

Reports to: Hub Operations Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Location: Frederick, MD

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Associate will perform a wide range of physical labor tasks in support of recycling processes at the facility.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Follows all safety rules for warehouse including wearing of PPE – steel toe shoes, safety vest, gloves, safety glasses and hearing protection at all times.

- Receives, distributes, and stores materials as directed in designated, secure locations.

- Receives inbound material, sort order by material type, and maintains records of material by date, customer, weight of commodities, and other pertinent information utilizing an ERP system.

- Operates a variety of hand tools during the disassembly of small electronics.

- Cleans and prepares specific areas of work site as assigned. This may include cleaning up debris, trash, or removing materials such as cardboard, shrink wrap and pallets.

- Transport and loads materials and supplies (manually and/or using hand trucks).

- Collects and properly recycles material; maintains a safe and clean work environment.

- Immediately reports all accidents to Manager.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Efficient time management skills.

- Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.

- Ability to work with a variety of personalities.

Education and Experience:

- High school diploma or equivalent required.

- At least one year of related warehouse experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

- Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.

- Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.

- Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours a day.