Waste Processing Technician I

About the role

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today! Waste Processing Technician I (WPTI) is an entry-level position within the Sustainable Site Solutions division of Reworld. The WPTI is responsible for the collection and processing of waste material from their client's facility. The WPTI takes their direction from the Project Manager when applicable. The WPTI will utilize various forms of machinery to perform their everyday tasks, including forklifts, compactors, and balers. This position will handle various types of waste during their daily routine and is expected to be safety conscious and understand the correct PPE to utilize during their tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as fork trucks, balers, compactors, etc.
• Process waste materials into like commodities or in accordance with vendor specifications
• General housekeeping. Sweeping, washing and other maintenance of the area(s) Reworld is responsible for
• Preventative Maintenance paperwork for equipment
• Loading/Unloading of van trailers and/or flat beds
• Managing collection points within a client's facility
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Interact with plant personnel to determine needs of the local areas

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED preferred
• 1+ year of experience in shipping/receiving like environment
• Forklift experience preferred
• Able to pass respirator fit test
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Ability to utilize NetSuite
• Must exercise good judgement and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate attention to detail and time management
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Physical Demands:
• Must be able to operate forklifts, hand trucks, and other power tools
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Kneeling, crawling, stooping, bending, or twisting for extended periods of time
• Walking and/or standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time
• Position requires working near and around operating mechanical parts and mobile equipment
• What Reworld Offers You:
• Health Care Benefits - start first day of employment.
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
• Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits .
• For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below
• All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.
• Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
• Pay Transparency

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