Waste Material Handler - Knoll : Job Details

Waste Material Handler

Tracking Code 2993-056 Job Description **Hi-Lo/Forklift license is preferred.**

**The hours for this job are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.**

**COMPANY OVERVIEW**

Knoll, Inc. is a constellation of design-driven brands and people, working together with our clients in person and digitally to create inspired modern interiors. We are part of MillerKnoll, the engine powering the worlds most dynamic design brands. Our internationally recognized portfolio includes furniture, textiles, leathers, lighting, accessories, and architectural and acoustical elements. Our brands Knoll Office, KnollStudio, KnollTextiles, KnollExtra, Spinneybeck | FilzFelt, Edelman Leather, HOLLY HUNT, DatesWeiser, Muuto, and Fully reflect our commitment to modern design that meets the diverse requirements of high-performance workplaces, work from home settings and luxury residential interiors. A recipient of the National Design Award for Corporate and Institutional Achievement from the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, we can help organizations achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Living Building Challenge and WELL Building workplace certifications. To learn more about our initiatives to support more inclusive and diverse communities, visi**t**.

**POSITION PROFILE:**

* Collects, may label and transfers all hazardous waste to the appropriate storage area within the facility.

* Collects, sorts and may ship all recyclable waste material.

* Cross-docks all waste from the regions to the appropriate compactor or staging area using hi-lo or other material handling equipment.

* Follows company safety policies and procedures.

* May coordinate waste pickups as needed by calling the appropriate vendor or waste carrier.

* May monitor hazardous waste inventory and contact workteam leader to setup hazardous waste shipments.

* May perform weekly written inspections of storage area to ensure all hazardous waste drums are in proper safe condition.

* Monitors and collects lightbulbs, batteries, and other electronic waste for scheduled pick-up.

* Monitors Dust Collection System and PVC Collectors. Empties them when needed.

* Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

* Performs weekly dust collection inspections to ensure environmental compliance.

* Provides emergency response containment and cleanup of all hazardous waste spills, also must be prepared to respond on off hours or weekends when necessary.

* Removes all waste from plant using a waste cart or hi-lo.

* Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Required Skills One of the following is required:

(1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example),

(2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency

Required Experience **Hi-Lo/Forklift license is preferred.**

* Must be able to obtain a hi-lo and personal cart license.

* Must be physically able to move a minimum of 60 lbs.

* Must be able to comprehend safety labels, instructions, etc.

* Must be able to obtain appropriate emergency response first responder - operation level training, hazardous waste handling training, and DOT Hazardous material training certification.

* Must be able to obtain a hazardous waste storage certification in order to gain access to chemical storage areas or facilities.

* Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation, communication, software and tools currently used in the Herman Miller office environment.

* Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

**Who We Hire**

Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. Were committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

Job Location Muskegon, Michigan, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular ** Apply**

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