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About the Role Are you looking for a stable, hands-on role in industrial manufacturing and environmental sustainability? We are seeking a reliable Materials Processor I to join our Sustainability Solutions team. In this role, you will play a key part in the safe, compliant, and efficient handling of recyclable materials and non-hazardous RCRA byproducts. You will operate heavy machinery, manage material sorting, and help maintain strict safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities Material Processing:

Sort, inspect, and process incoming materials and warehoused byproducts following standard operating procedures and environmental guidelines.

Equipment Operation:

Safely operate, monitor, and perform basic routine maintenance on industrial machinery, including forklifts, loaders, shakers, conveyors, grinders, shredders, and mixers.

Safety & Compliance:

Enforce strict safety protocols, environmental regulations, and mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements (including full-face respirator protocols where required).

Material Handling & Staging:

Assist with the safe receipt, staging, and internal transport of regulated and non-regulated materials.

Facility Maintenance:

Inspect equipment for operational hazards or malfunctions before use; keep work areas clean, organized, and safe. Perform additional operational duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Experience:

1+ years of experience in materials processing, industrial manufacturing, or solid waste handling preferred.

Equipment Experience:

Proven experience operating heavy equipment and powered industrial trucks (e.g., forklifts, front-end loaders).

Reliability:

Ability to reliably commute to the work location.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Physical Stamina:

Ability to walk, stand, sit, stoop, or kneel for extended periods, and lift 35+ lbs unassisted on a regular basis.

PPE Capability:

Comfort and ability to tolerate wearing full-body PPE and a full-face respirator during shift assignments.

Environment:

Ability to work safely in varied environmental conditions, including exposure to extreme temperatures, elevated noise levels, and strong odors typical of material handling.

Core Competencies & Skills Safety First:

Strong situational awareness in dynamic, high-volume industrial environments.

Team Player:

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Detail-Oriented:

Strong verbal and written communication skills with focus on procedural compliance and reading technical documentation. Why Join Us?

Competitive Pay & Perks:

Direct weekly pay, strong overtime earning potential, and performance bonuses.

Solid Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision packages plus a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Time Off & Support:

Accrued vacation, paid major holidays, and tailored wellness and gear allowances.

Career Advancement:

Paid on-the-job training, safety certifications, and a commitment to promoting from within.

Local Impact:

Make a real environmental difference in a safety-first company that actively supports our local community.

Pay:

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 36.0 - 50.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Safety equipment provided Vision insurance Wellness program

Work Location:

In person