Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from American Furniture Warehouse
Job overview
The Warehouse Recycling Associate at American Furniture Warehouse is responsible for processing and preparing recyclable materials, contributing to the company's environmental efforts.
Responsibilities and impact
The Recycling Associate operates recycling machinery, processes and stages recyclable materials, maintains equipment and work areas, performs minor repairs, and ensures safety compliance.
Compensation and benefits
The position pays $17/hour with additional premiums for weekend, afternoon, and night shifts, and offers training and certification opportunities.
Experience and skills
Candidates should be trainable on PPE use, Lock Out Tag Out procedures, and warehouse equipment operation; prior experience with warehouse equipment is helpful but not required.
Career development
Training is provided by AFW, allowing for skill development in equipment operation and safety procedures.
Work environment and culture
The role emphasizes safety, environmental responsibility, and teamwork within a physically demanding warehouse environment with variable climate conditions.
Company information
American Furniture Warehouse is committed to environmental preservation through recycling and provides equal employment opportunities.
Job location and travel
The job is located in a warehouse environment subject to extreme temperature fluctuations and outdoor conditions, with some roles requiring work at heights up to 35 feet.
Application process
A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required upon job offer.
Unique job features
The job includes unique responsibilities such as operating specialized recycling machinery and snow removal equipment during winter for Colorado stores.
Company overview
American Furniture Warehouse (AFW) is a leading furniture retailer in the United States, known for offering a wide range of home furnishings at competitive prices. Founded in 1975 by Jake Jabs in Colorado, the company has grown to operate multiple large-scale warehouse stores across several states. AFW generates revenue through direct sales of furniture, home decor, and related accessories, leveraging bulk purchasing and efficient logistics to keep costs low. Notable for its extensive inventory and customer-centric approach, AFW has built a strong reputation for quality and affordability in the home furnishings market.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your willingness to learn and operate specialized recycling and warehouse equipment, emphasizing safety and environmental responsibility.
Focus on your ability to follow safety protocols, handle physical demands, and adapt to varying work environments, including shift flexibility and working at heights.
Apply through multiple platforms such as American Furniture Warehouse's corporate website, LinkedIn, and local job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the warehouse or environmental services divisions at American Furniture Warehouse; use ice breakers like commenting on the company’s environmental initiatives or asking about their experience with the recycling equipment.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'recycling machine operation,' 'safety protocols,' 'forklift certification,' 'Lock Out Tag Out,' and 'material processing.'
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