Recycling Technician

Job Description

Description:

We have an immediate opening for a Recycling Technician to handle processing of all recycling and waste management for our Cypress, CA facility.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Overseeing the collecting, handling and delivery of recyclable material from offices and production area

Ensuring recyclable materials are placed in proper containers

Inspecting collection barrels, carts, dumpsters, and recycling bins making sure that they are in good condition and if they need their labels to be replaced

Maintaining records and makes periodic reports about volume and type of recycling activity

Maintaining recycling center in a clean, well-organized manner avoiding clutter and potential fire hazards

Receiving, inspecting and verifying recyclable materials

Picking up and delivers supplies and materials for recycling area

Loading and unloading recycling pickup trucks

Overseeing recycling equipment maintenance

Assisting in the sorting and baling of recyclable commodities

Logging and tracking recycling pick-ups

Reporting garbage spills/hazardous waste and contaminated recycling bins/barrels to the Plant Manager and/or VP of Sustainability

Involvement in other special projects, as needed

Recycling Technician - Starting pay $17.00 per hour; salary range $17.00 to $22.10 per hourRequirements:

In order to be successful, you will need:

At least 6 to 12 months experience working in a production environment

High school diploma/GED

Forklift experience/certification

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of proper methods of disposing of hazardous materials

Knowledge of safe and proper use of baler

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Ability to understand necessary safety procedures and precautions