Recycling Handler

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin • Full-time • Sturtevant, Wisconsin, United States • $35k - $45k / year • 1w ago

The Recycling Handler is responsible for the overall movement, organization, handling, loading and unloading of all recyclables at the SC Johnson-Waxdale facility. This position ensures consistent workflow of recyclables in the most efficient and safe manner.

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL:

Responsible for the overall movement, organization, handling, loading and unloading of all recyclables at the SC Johnson-Waxdale facility. Ensure consistent workflow of recyclables in the most efficient and safe manner.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

1. Responsible for Fork Truck operation in a safe and proper manner to load recyclable material unto trailers and into hopper(s) in both the baler and grinder.
2. Responsible for full operation of the trash compactor while safely operating the dumpster tipper and trash compactor.
3. Responsible for full operation of baler(s) including start-up, conveyor and baler operations, bale trying and bale ejection.
4. Responsible for full operation of the Grinder.
5. Responsible for maintaining the Goodwill Recycling Areas in Building 50 to include the following: dock area including lower area, drum sorting and storage area, dumpster drop-off area, recyclable drop-off area and entire Goodwill/SCJ Recycling Area.
6. Keep recycling area clean and organized. Notify supervisor of major obstacles or impediments to smooth and organized work flow.
7. Maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
8. Responsible for operation of dock doors and controls, lift plates and lights.
9. Utilize hand trucks for material handling when required.
10. Stage, load and unload all incoming and outgoing shipments.
11. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Fork Truck Certification preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Ability to accept constant change, direction and supervision.
Ability to prioritize multiple work assignments and conflicting work schedules.
Ability to work with others, be well motivated and have a positive approach.
Ability to listen, comprehend process (into action) and retain instructions.
Functional ability to read, write and perform basic math functions preferred.
Working knowledge of mechanical equipment and controls preferred.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:

Full range of motion.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Ability to push and/or pull crates weighing 300 pounds with equipment assistance.
Capable of working in a non-air conditioned factory environment. Environmental conditions include dust and loud noise.
Proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) must be used at all times when appropriate (safety glasses, gloves, steel toe shoes and hearing protection).
Capable of hearing and responding to warning devices on equipment and forklifts.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)