Compactor

Compactor Operator A Compactor Operator works in a high traffic warehouse and will operate various industrial equipment and machines, such as a trash compactor and bailer. The Compactor Operator also performs a variety of janitorial and custodial duties which are related to the general appearance and cleanliness of the interior/exterior of the facility/building.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Maintains a safe working environment by complying with DFMS standards and policies. Sort material for compactor and/or plastic bailer. Prepares material by operating compactor equipment and palletizing compacted material. Maintains a clean and debris-free work environment. Supports General Cleaning team members when needed. Cleans and inspects industrial machines and equipment. Operates industrial type equipment and tools such as sledgehammer, hammer, box cutter, skid jack, skid hook, vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners and using chemicals and cleaning solutions as required. Operates powered floorcare equipment such as driver scrubber and walk-behinds. Sweep and mop floors, hallways, corridors, and stairways. Strip and wax floors both manually and with the use of industrial equipment. Clean carpets with industrial carpet cleaning equipment. Cleans fans and cobwebs above 25 feet use of aerial lifts which may require lock out-tag out. Washes, cleans, disinfects, deodorizes, and maintains restrooms, break rooms, and cafeterias. Moves trash, scraps, and other material to pick up points. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Prior Experience:

High school diploma or GED. Valid operator's license. Experience operating a trash compactor and/or bailer is highly preferred. Experience operating hand tools and industrial equipment is highly preferred. Performing physically demanding and continuous repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs for a minimum of 8 hours per day. Stoop, kneel and bend continuously for a minimum of 8 hours per day to complete assignments. Standing, walking (including stairs) for a minimum of 8 hours per day. Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment. May be required to working in tight spaces and be exposed to moderate to loud noise.

Vision requirements:

close, distance and peripheral vision.