Warehouse Associate

About the role

KBS is seeking motivated and dynamic Warehouse Associates (Corrugated Recycler) to join our team in permanent full-time positions. These roles are primarily responsible for meeting customer needs and exceeding expectations in the collection and removal of corrugated cardboard gondolas throughout all facilities.

Schedule

• Days and nights vary, including weekends
• Available shifts:
  • Wednesday to Saturday, 5:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Sunday to Wednesday, 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday to Saturday, 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM
  • Sunday to Wednesday, 6:00 PM – 5:00 AM

Responsibilities

• Use a manual pallet jack to collect full gondolas (large boxes/trash containers) and replace them with empty gondolas within assigned areas
• Transport and place full corrugated cardboard gondolas into the baler or compactor located in a designated area of the warehouse (training provided)
• Ensure areas around all gondolas are free of debris and trash
• Dust, mop, and sweep around trash container areas to keep traffic areas free of garbage and debris
• Maintain traffic areas ("Green Mile walking areas") free of debris at all times to ensure everyone's safety
• Maintain and sort auger/baler/compactor areas to keep order
• Perform other cleaning tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to use a manual pallet jack to lift and move gondolas weighing up to 75+ pounds
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Regularly bend, lift, stretch, and reach for objects both below waist level and above head height
• Able to consistently push and pull loaded manual pallet jacks with trash/cardboard
• Walk inside and around facilities frequently throughout the entire shift
• Must be able to stand and walk for up to 10–12 hours
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and chemical handling sheets/documents (generally in English; may be in Spanish when required by state law)
• Background check and drug test required

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees (30+ hours per week)
• Affordable limited medical insurance (Coterie) with virtual access to board-certified physicians via audio or interactive video
• Life insurance
• Supplemental medical insurance (e.g., accident)
• 401k plan with matching contribution
• Paid and unpaid time off
• Quick Pay: voluntary benefit allowing employees to access a portion of their wages before the next scheduled payday (available to full-time and part-time employees with direct deposit)
• Pet insurance
• PerkSpot discount program: discounts on travel, gym memberships, cell phones, restaurants, cars, clothing, and electronics
• Progressive Pay: $0.50 increase after first 90 days and $0.30 increase after completing 180 days (available at some locations; inquire for availability)