Warehouse Associate​/Baler Operator

Warehouse Associate / Baler Operator

Our client in Cedar Rapids, IA, is looking for a Warehouse Associate / Baler Operator!

Position Summary:

Our client, a nonprofit retail and donation organization in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate / Baler Operator to support its Retail Support Center. This position is responsible for sorting donated materials, operating a textile baler, preparing merchandise for shipment, and maintaining an organized warehouse. Associates will begin on the baler and may have the opportunity to advance into a forklift position after consistently meeting the Standard baler production goal and successfully completing forklift certification.

Second Chance

Employer:

This is a second-chance employment opportunity! Our client believes in helping individuals build a successful future and encourages candidates who may have experienced barriers to employment to apply. Candidates are considered individually based on the position's requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Move donated clothing and textiles into the baler
• Safely operate the textile baler to compress materials into bales
• Consistently work toward daily bale-production goals
• Presort clothing, textiles, and other donated materials
• Prepare merchandise and materials for shipment to retail locations
• Load, unload, move, and store materials throughout the warehouse
• Assist with shipping, receiving, inventory, and recordkeeping duties
• Reconcile quantities of materials received, stored, and shipped
• Operate a pallet jack, trash compactor, and other warehouse equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Follow all warehouse procedures and equipment safety requirements
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to consistently lift and move up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive physical work throughout the shift
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Strong attention to safety and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable attendance and transportation
• Previous warehouse, production, material-handling, or baler experience is helpful but not required
• Forklift experience is a plus but is not required
• Must demonstrate the Standard baler production rate before advancing into the forklift position
• Must successfully complete forklift certification to qualify for the forklift pay increase
• Candidates seeking a second-chance employment opportunity are encouraged to apply

Hours:

• Monday–Friday
• 7am – 3:30pm
• Approximately 1–2 hours of overtime per week is common

Pay:

• Starting pay: $13.50 per hour
• Employees can earn a daily production incentive based on the number of bales completed using the baler
• Complete 6 bales in one day to earn an additional $0.50 per hour worked that day, bringing the pay rate to $14.00 per hour for that day
• Complete 7 or more bales in one day to earn an additional $1.50 per hour worked that day, bringing the pay rate to $15.00 per hour for that day
• Incentives are based on daily production and apply to all hours worked on the qualifying day
• Associates who consistently demonstrate the Standard baler production rate and successfully complete forklift certification may advance into the forklift position at $14.50 per hour

Why You'll Love Working with Express:

• 401K Retirement Plan:
  Secure your future with our employer-sponsored 401K program.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Including medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Exclusive Savings Opportunities:
  Enjoy discounts on hotels, flights, electronics, tickets, and more to make your personal life even better!