Recycling Technician
Byhalia, MS - USA
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Recycling Technician operates maintains and troubleshoots recycling and waste processing equipment while ensuring materials are handled safely and efficiently. This role actively supports continuous improvement initiatives and contributes innovative ideas to enhance processes productivity and sustainability efforts.
Responsibilities
- Operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts (PIT) to collect and transport waste and recycling materials throughout the facility.
- Inspect troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on recycling and waste processing equipment.
- Complete preventive maintenance tasks and maintain accurate maintenance records.
- Use hand tools and powered tools as needed to support equipment maintenance and waste processing operations.
- Process waste and recyclable materials according to established procedures including material handling weighing compaction and loading for shipment or disposal.
- Ensure waste and recycling activities are completed safely efficiently and in compliance with company standards.
- Follow all applicable safety health and environmental regulations.
- Comply with company security policies and established procedures.
Qualifications
- HS diploma required
- 1-3 years of experience in recycling waste handling warehouse operations manufacturing maintenance or a related environment.
- Forklift experience preferred; ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment is a plus.
- Experience working with compactors balers recycling systems or similar equipment preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to inspect equipment identify issues and support basic troubleshooting activities.
- Understanding of waste streams and recycling practices including the handling of cardboard wood and general waste materials.
- Ability to work independently prioritize daily tasks and adapt to changing operational needs.
- Strong attention to safety organization and detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Self-motivated and proactive with a willingness to take ownership of issues and drive solutions.
- Experience in warehouse maintenance industrial operations recycling or facilities support.
- Hands-on troubleshooting experience with mechanical electrical or production equipment.
- Ability to diagnose equipment issues and make sound decisions with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated track record of reliability initiative and contributing to a team-oriented environment.
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