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Warehouse Janitor- 1st Shift $16.00/HR

ReaderLink
United States, Georgia, Winder
1300 Barrow Industrial Parkway (Show on map)
Oct 06, 2025
Description ReaderLink is the largest full-service distributor of hardcover, trade, and paperback books to non-trade channel booksellers in North America, including the biggest names in retail across multiple retail channels. We are the number one book distributor in the U.S. with over $1 billion in sales, through the distribution of 300 million books per year to over 50,000 store locations nationwide. Essential Functions: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position: Regular, reliable attendance is required as work cannot be performed remotely. Clean warehouse floors with sweeper machine. Gather and empty trash. Prepares the bails in the cardboard compactor for removal when the bailer is full. Gather and dispose of plastic by operating plastic bailer. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems. Must be able to follow safety rules for personal protection and the protection of others, including maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Monitor and maintain Housekeeping Stations and notify manager of any needs. Maintain Cardboard line and address any jams in a timely manner. Collect and dispose of cardboard in pick zones as necessary based on business operations. Deep clean/Sweep one zone per week to maintain clean environment. Assist with opening/prepping pick boxes on as needed basis. Non-Essential Functions: Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested. Qualifications: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 6 months or more related experience. Physical Requirements: The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee: Must be able to stand up to 8 hours in a day. Must be able to walk up to 6 hours. Will continuously reach up and out. Will occasionally climb. Will occasionally push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally push/pull up to 100 pounds. Will occasionally have repetitive foot movement. Physical Requirements Cont.: Will frequently have repetitive hand/arm movements for simple reaching, simple and firm grasping and/or fine hand manipulation. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to wear gloves occasionally. Language Skills: Ability to print and speak simple sentences well both written and verbally, in English. Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between a series of numbers. Mathematical Skills: Must be proficient in mathematics Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work performed is in a factory environment The employee is frequently exposed to vibrations and dust, and will be working around moving machinery The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels Must be able to work in a fast paced, team environment EOE Statement ReaderLinkis an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you love books and want to play an active role in the continued expansion of one of the book industry's most important and fastest growing organizations, then you must be part of the Readerlink Distribution Service's dynamic team. Readerlink sells 1 of every 3 trade print books sold in the United States to a blue chip customer base including the biggest names across multiple retail channels. In the past few years, Readerlink has become the #1 book distributor in the U.S. by doubling its annual sales to over $1 billion through the distribution of 300 million books per year to over 70,000 store locations nationwide. Readerlink ships via its extensive logistics network of 6 national distribution facilities totaling 50 acres of building capacity. Readerlink also publishes under the name Printers Row Publishing Group with four unique imprints: Canterbury Classics, Portable Press, Silver Dolphin Books, Thunder Bay Press and Dreamtivity. The diversity of these imprints allows PRPG to develop and expand on book industry trends in both the juvenile andadult book genres. Readerlink HQ is in Oak Brook, Illinois with its publishing HQ in San Diego CA. ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. EOE/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran. ReaderLink is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please email your request to [emailprotected], or call: (708) 356-3737.