Wyoming warehouse worker employment contract template

Wyoming Warehouse Worker Employment Agreement

This Wyoming Full-Time Warehouse Worker Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of this [Date] by and between [Employer Company Name], a Wyoming corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

• Employer Contact Details:
  • Company Name: [Employer Company Name]
  • Address: [Employer Address]
  • Phone: [Employer Phone Number]
  • Email: [Employer Email Address]
• Employee Contact Details:
  • Name: [Employee Name]
  • Address: [Employee Address]
  • Phone: [Employee Phone Number]
  • Email: [Employee Email Address]

Position and Job Duties

The Employer hires the Employee as a Warehouse Worker. The Employee agrees to perform the following duties:

• Receiving, unloading, and shelving goods.
• Operating forklifts or other warehouse equipment with valid Wyoming certifications or licenses (if applicable).
• Conducting inventory counts using warehouse management systems.
• Preparing shipments for delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with OSHA and Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) safety regulations.
• Performing routine equipment inspections and reporting workplace hazards.
• Adhering to written warehouse policies on lifting, ergonomics, and chemical/material handling.

• Option A: Additional Duties: [Specify additional duties]
• Option B: Employee may also be required to perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Employer.

Work Schedule and Location

• The Employee's regular work schedule will be [Number] hours per week, typically from [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Worksite Address: [Warehouse Address in Wyoming]
• Shift Patterns:
  • Option A: Fixed Shift
  • Option B: Rotating Shift
• Employer Policies:
  • Option A: Inclement Weather Policy: [Specify policy]
  • Option B: Seasonal Fluctuations Policy: [Specify policy]
  • Option C: Hazardous Materials Handling: [Specify policy]

Full-Time Status

• Employee's status is Full-Time (minimum [Number] hours per week).
• Exact Work Schedule: [Specify exact work schedule]
• Shift Changes: [Specify policy on shift changes]
• Overtime Eligibility: Employee is [Eligible/Not Eligible] for overtime.
• Meal and Rest Breaks: [Specify meal and rest break policy, complying with Wyoming and federal FLSA minimums]
• Time-Tracking Method: [Specify time-tracking method]
• Attendance Disciplinary Procedures: [Specify attendance disciplinary procedures]

Compensation

• The Employee will be paid at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Overtime Compensation: Overtime compensation will be paid at a rate of not less than 1.5 times the Employee’s regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with FLSA and Wyoming law.
• Pay Period: The Employee will be paid [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Pay Method: The Employee will be paid via [Method, e.g., direct deposit].
• Pay Stub Requirements: Employee will receive itemized pay stubs in accordance with Wyoming state law.
• Wage Deductions: Deductions will be made for taxes, insurance (if applicable), and any authorized voluntary deductions, in compliance with Wyoming state law.

Employment Classification and Required Postings

• The Employee is classified as a non-exempt employee.
• The Employee is eligible for Wyoming Unemployment Insurance and Workers’ Compensation coverage.
• The Employer will display all required Wyoming DWS workplace posters/notifications.

Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans:

• Health Insurance: [Specify details or state "Not Offered"]
• Dental Insurance: [Specify details or state "Not Offered"]
• Vision Insurance: [Specify details or state "Not Offered"]
• Retirement Plan: [Specify details or state "Not Offered"]
• Paid Time Off (PTO): [Specify details, including sick leave and vacation accrual]
• Wyoming/Federal Holidays: [List observed holidays]
• Family/Medical Leave: Procedures are consistent with FMLA and any local policy.
• Optional Benefits: [Specify details, e.g., disability, life insurance, shift differentials, attendance bonuses, safety incentives. If none, state "None"]
• Eligibility Criteria and Waiting Periods: [Specify eligibility criteria and waiting periods for each benefit]

Safety and Workplace Standards

• Mandatory Safety Training: The Employee is required to complete mandatory safety and hazard communication (HAZCOM) training compliant with OSHA and Wyoming state statutes.
• Reporting Work Injuries: The Employee must report all work injuries immediately, following the Wyoming Workers’ Compensation claims process.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): The Employer will provide PPE at no cost to the Employee.
• Equipment Operation Procedures: [Specify procedures for equipment operation, lockout/tagout, fire safety, chemical spill response, and accident reporting]
• Prohibition of Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants is strictly prohibited.
• Drug/Alcohol Testing: [Specify drug/alcohol testing policy, if any, in compliance with Wyoming law and local practices]

Workplace Conduct and Equal Opportunity

The Employer is committed to providing a respectful and professional work environment.

• Professionalism: The Employee is expected to maintain professional conduct at all times.
• Anti-Harassment and Anti-Bullying: The Employer prohibits harassment and bullying of any kind.
• Equal Employment Opportunity: The Employer provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by Wyoming and federal law.
• Complaint Process: [Specify the process for lodging complaints or concerns]
• Attendance and Task Completion: The Employee is expected to maintain good attendance, punctuality, and complete assigned tasks properly.
• Progressive Discipline: [Specify progressive discipline procedures]
• Job Duty Changes: The Employer reserves the right to change job duties as needed.

Confidentiality and Non-Compete

• Confidentiality: The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of company/client information and security of warehouse access codes, inventory data, and other proprietary information.
• Non-Compete:
  • Option A: No non-compete agreement is required.
  • Option B: Non-compete is only applicable when it protects trade secrets or confidential information of the company. The following terms are applicable: [Enter reasonable terms and specific justification here].

At-Will Employment and Termination

• Employment-at-Will: The Employee's employment is at-will, as recognized under Wyoming law.
• Voluntary Resignation: The Employee must provide [Number] days’ written notice of resignation.
• Employer-Initiated Termination: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment at any time, with or without cause.
• Summary Dismissal: The Employer may terminate the Employee immediately for gross misconduct or violation of safety policies.
• Layoff: The Employer may lay off the Employee due to economic reasons.
• Final Wage Payout: The Employee will receive their final wage payment in accordance with Wyoming final paycheck rules.
• Return of Property: The Employee must return all Employer property, including PPE, uniforms, keys, and badges, upon termination.

Dispute Resolution

• Dispute Resolution Process: [Specify stepwise procedures, e.g., internal complaint, mediation, possible arbitration]
• Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming.
• Jurisdiction: Any legal action arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Wyoming.
• Compliance: This agreement is compliant with all Wyoming wage claims and employment dispute procedures.

Accommodation and Compliance

• Accommodation: The Employer will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious practices as mandated by relevant federal and state law.
• Required Notices: The Employer will post all required labor law notices.
• Retraining/Certifications: The Employer will provide annual retraining or safety certifications as mandated by Wyoming for ongoing warehouse positions.
• Personnel File Review: The Employee has the right to review or request a copy of their personnel file as permitted by local law.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

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[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

[Employer Company Name]

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[Employee Name]