What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material handler position at Waste Management?
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Please note that the ideal candidate for this role will be comfortable with our starting pay as well as stable work history.
We classify stable work history as having less than three jobs within a two-year span of time.
Pay details will be provided either at the bottom of this job description, or during the initial phone screening for this role, should you be selected to move forward.
The ideal candidate for this role will also have knowledge with the following - (provide experience preferences here)
- Must be able to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds frequently.
- Must be able to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
- Must be able to perform general manual labor tasks throughout the entire workday.
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I. Job Summary
Material Handlers move recyclable material through the facility, conducts material grading and evaluates for sale destination.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
- Moves material through the facility with the use of material handling equipment (. forklift, pallet jack, handcarts, hoists, cranes) as required
- Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit
- Uses PC tablets to dispense and receive information such as part numbers, quantities, locations, comments, etc.
- Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area
- Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers
- Properly documents work performed
- Conducts material audits
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
None required
IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education / Experience
- Education : None required.
- Experience : None required.
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
None required
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
None required
V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding the physical requirements, and work environment of the job. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than pounds frequently.
- Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting and lifting up to lbs.
- Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
Note : The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here.
The expected salary range for this position is $16.75. The specific salary offered to a candidate
may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education,
training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
Benefits
At Waste Management, 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.
Last updated : 2024-06-05
Salary : $17
