Recycler

About the role

What you’ll be doing.

• Perform routine checks and maintain the compactor and recycling areas in safe, clean condition, following all safety and GMP guidelines.
• Empty hoppers and barrels, ensure bins are properly marked and filled, and bale/transport recyclable materials according to procedures.
• Operate the forklift and perform sanitation on assigned equipment and work areas, utilizing and maintaining cleaning tools as required.
• Collapse and transport recyclable materials using a forklift, ensuring proper segregation and cleanliness.
• Collapse and transport recyclable materials using a forklift, ensuring proper segregation and cleanliness.
• Coordinate recycling issues across shifts, notify parts room for compactor pickup, and work closely with Production Supervisor during downtime or as needed.
• Ensure adherence to recycling policies, assist coworkers, and carry out any other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Your day-to-day may consist of:

• Perform routine checks and maintain the compactor and recycling areas in safe, clean condition, following all safety and GMP guidelines.
• Empty hoppers and barrels, ensure bins are properly marked and filled, and bale/transport recyclable materials according to procedures.
• Operate the forklift and perform sanitation on assigned equipment and work areas, utilizing and maintaining cleaning tools as required.
• Collapse and transport recyclable materials using a forklift, ensuring proper segregation and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with coworkers to ensure efficient recycling processes and adhere to recycling policies.
• Notify parts room for compactor pickup and work closely with Production Supervisor during downtime or as needed.
• Assist with any other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience working in manufacturing, experience working in food manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
• Demonstrates strong technical ability with a digital-first approach, embracing new technologies and accurately entering data.
• Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written/oral/diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English.
• Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
• Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work.
• Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations.
• Demonstrates the physical capability to bend frequently and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), alongside proficiency in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles to support workplace operations.

Qualifications

• Adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
• Embraces new technologies and accurately enters data.
• Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization.
• Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
• Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work.
• Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations.
• Physically capable of bending frequently and lifting heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
• Proficient in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles to support workplace operations.

Skills

• Strong technical ability with a digital-first approach.
• Ability to operate a forklift and perform sanitation tasks.
• Attention to detail and adherence to recycling policies.
• Physical capability to meet job requirements and bring a positive attitude to work.
• Adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Insurance day ONE of employment.
• 401k match up to 6%.
• PTO, holiday pay, wellness days.
• Maternity/paternity leave.
• Set schedule/overtime allowances.
• Education reimbursement.

Pay

Starting at 24.60 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts.

Schedule

A Crew/AM Shift (6AM-6PM) on a 2-2-3 schedule.