IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Responsible for processing material to be recycled by loading, unloading and moving material throughout the facility as well as disposing and destroying out of date or non-conforming full product material through densification, perforation and crushing of glass.Some overtime, including weekends, is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Separate, sort and process all materials by using necessary process machinery to complete tasks

• Dispose of plastic bottles, glass bottles and aluminum cans onto a conveyor belt

• Track case count of each commodity

• Load and/or unload material on trailers as needed including loading, processing and handling bins using the x-cycler

• Weigh, label and properly store all processed materials as required

• Maintain and service the forklift truck by completing daily forklift inspections and report any significant issues to shift supervisor and documents findings

• Operate balers, granulators, trash compactor and other equipment as needed

• Ensure proper tare weight program is used for material by referencing spec sheets and provide proper weight tickets to front office for billing purposes

• Ensure line is running at maximum efficiency by running conveyor switches

• Report all mechanical problems to Maintenance Supervisor promptly

• Keep area neat and clean at all times including at the end of the shift and empty trash containers throughout the facility

• Perform daily scale inspections as needed

• Assist with daily inventory

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures including using required PPE protective equipment as required which includes, but is not limited to, proper ear, eye and hand protection

• Train others as needed

• Rotate and assist other team members in various roles as needed

• Work overtime as required; flexibility to work different shifts as required

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance

• Exhibit behaviors that reflect the company core values: Integrity, Empowerment, Sustainability & Compassion

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to be licensed to operate a forklift

• A minimum of 6 months forklift experience preferred

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instruction and safety standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Constant repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers

• Constantly remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods

• Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions with assistance

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the production department and other designated areas. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet conditions, extreme cold and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold according to seasonal changes.

BENEFITS

We believe our employees make us the best. To support our employees in being their best to make us the best, we provide benefit offerings for our employees to choose what fits their life. Offerings include medical, company paid employee only dental, dental for dependents, company paid core vision for employee and family, FSA, 401k, company paid group life and AD&D, voluntary life, short and long-term disability, fitness incentives, wellness premium discount, pet insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and EAP to name more than a few.

This is a summary of the role. A detailed job description will be shared with applicants.

CORE VALUES

• Integrity - We are honest in our interactions to foster trust, accountability, and responsibility.

• Empowerment - We are committed to providing the resources necessary to elevate our employees & our business to excellence.

• Sustainability - We are dedicated to the wellbeing of our communities, our people, our environment and to the long-term success of our business.

• Compassion - We are inspired to help others and committed to a workplace of kindness, understanding, and respecting others' diverse perspectives and experiences