Recovery Co-worker 1A

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Warehouse Operations · Sales Associate

In short

As a Recovery Co-worker at IKEA in Tacoma, Washington, you will manage product damages to minimize costs and preserve quality. This role involves operating machinery, supporting operations with product assessments, and ensuring a safe, efficient work environment according to IKEA Standards.

Responsibilities

Continuously respond to identified damages in ways that minimize costs, preserve product quality, and create operational advantages.
Support operational efforts by verifying and assessing all detected product damages.
Safely operate all machinery, tools, and equipment associated with product recovery and repair processes.
Ensure a safe, efficient, and productive flow of goods within assigned recovery areas.
Complete all recovery and repair actions in full compliance with IKEA Standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
Contribute to a strong IKEA culture that embraces diversity among co-workers and customers.
Perform core and support processes effectively using available systems and tools to ensure efficient operations and high data integrity.
Contribute to optimal goods availability through accurate and timely execution of assigned unit operations.
Adhere to all IKEA health, safety, and security rules; actively support colleagues in preventing incidents involving people, equipment, building, or products.
Support optimized daily operations by working in a lean, simple, and cost conscious manner and sharing best practices.

Requirements

Previous material handling equipment experience preferred.
Intermediate computer proficiency.
Skilled with hand tools.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 70 lbs./30kgs ergonomically.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
Willing to be certified on counterbalance and reach truck.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
KinderCare tuition discount
Retirement and bonus plans
Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
Pet insurance program
Education assistance and learning programs
Safety shoe reimbursement
24/7 telehealth visits
Dental and vision plans
Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)
A fun and inclusive work environment

Skills

Hand toolsMaterial handling equipment

#Sales & Commercial#Recovery#Material Handling#Product Damage#Repair#Machinery Operation#Lean#Cost Conscious#Best Practices#IKEA Standards#Health and Safety#Security#Diversity

About IKEA

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. Our business idea is to offer well-designed, functional and affordable, high-quality home furnishing, produced with care for people and the environment. The IKEA Brand unites more than 200.000 co-workers and hundreds of companies with different owners all over the world. It’s one brand, but it reaches millions of hearts and homes. Our value chain is unique. It includes everything from product development, design, supply, manufacture and sales – and of course it begins and ends with our customers. The IKEA retail business…

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