Barrel Utility Worker

Summary

The position is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations, including loading and unloading drivers with barrels using a forklift, washing barrels, maintaining a clean and organized facility, breaking down and categorizing barrels, and keeping track of required paperwork. Additional duties may include assisting with inventory control and performing other tasks as assigned to ensure smooth and safe operations. The Barrel Utility Worker position will require working overtime and weekend as needed.

Job Description

• Operate a forklift to move, load, and unload barrels and other materials.
• Lift, pull, and push items weighing between 75-200lbs as required.
• Clean and organize barrels and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized shop and working area.
• Separate and categorize barrels based on material or type.
• Load and offload trucks efficiently and safely.
• Wash barrels to meet facility cleanliness standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with tracking supplies.
• Work productively with minimal supervision.
• Be able to work in hot, cold, and rainy weather conditions.
• Demonstrate initiative, think creatively to solve problems, and be a self-starter/go-getter.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Consistently behave in a manner that is appropriate and professional.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to work long hours and available to work on weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English / Spanish
• Forklift certified

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Physical:
  • Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
  • Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
  • Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.
  • Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, and lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. frequently.
• Environmental:
  • Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot c
    
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    onditions, & noise continuously.
  • Works outside only.

Salary: $22.62 - $24.53 hourly

Location based out of: 9770 Washburn Rd, Downey, CA 90241

Schedule: Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday and overtime as needed


Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran