ROLE DESCRIPTION & KEY DELIVERABLES
The Maryland Food Recovery Center is seeking a committed and reliable Warehouse Associate to join our team. Our facility receives palletized food products, pre-processes materials for recycling, and transports them to The Maryland Bioenergy Center.
As a Warehouse Associate, you will work collaboratively to unload food products from delivery trucks, process materials, manage recyclables using a cardboard baler, and load food waste for off-site transportation. This role involves maintaining efficient and safe waste removal processes in a fast-paced warehouse environment while ensuring cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company standards. This will be an on-site position, located at 4701 Trident Ct. Arbutus, MD and will report to the Facility Manager.
RESONSIBILITIES
Operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment to achieve daily production targets.Operate forklifts to remove pallets from trucks, unload materials, and transport to designated disposal areas.Receive and inspect inbound materials per established protocols, with accurate completion of receipt tickets Maintain professional communication with drivers to ensure seamless operations.Operate a baler to compact and recycle cardboard and other materials, ensuring proper disposal and organization while following cleaning and maintenance protocols.Promptly report safety concerns, discrepancies, or equipment malfunctions to supervisors.Clean up any spilled or tipped material during unloading and ensure proper disposal.Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company policies and standards.Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.Always wear required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) during all tasks and in designated areas.Attend all scheduled shifts as assigned, ensuring punctuality and dependability. Proactively communicate any necessary changes to your schedule in a timely manner.Other duties, as assigned by supervisor or manager on duty.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Able to work independently and manage time efficientlyMust have experience in operating forklifts, balers, Basic math skills requiredCompetency with technology, entering data onto a screen or tabletComplete necessary paperwork including load inspection paperwork and scale logsEmployees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner in dealing with clients delivering wastesFamiliarity with PPE and will to follow all company safety policies and proceduresTraining is provided in all areas for the right applicant
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility and Physical Strength:
Must have the physical strength to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs pounds.Capable of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary throughout the shift.Hand-eye coordination, attention to safety and detail, an the ability to work efficiently in dynamic environmentsEnvironmental Conditions:
Able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including exposure to high and low temperatures, humidity, rain, and wind.Capable of withstanding unpleasant odors and common food allergensWork at Heights and Confined Spaces:
May need to be harnessed to safely reach areas of the facility for maintenance or inspection, sometimes at heights or in confined spaces.Sensory and Communication Requirements:
Must have adequate vision, hearing, and dexterity to perform duties safely and effectively, with or without assistive devices or accommodations.Capable of communicating effectively in an industrial setting to ensure safe and efficient operations.Additional Physical Requirements:
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary, which may include respiratory protection, gloves, hard hats, and protective clothing.
