Waste Processing Technician II

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

The Waste Processing Technician II (WPT II) is a mid-level position within the facility operations at Reworld Waste. The WPT II will be experienced and capable to conduct industrial waste processing on all waste streams utilizing the various technologies and equipment available to them with little direct oversight.

Location: 21750 Hoover Rd, Warren, Michigan 48089

Position Responsibilities

• Understand basic facility permit requirements and conduct daily activities to support all safety and compliance requirements.

• Operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to shredders, grinders, conveyor belts, pressure washers, power tools, hand trucks, forklifts, and other power tools in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA requirements.

• Safely operate mobile equipment (e.g., yard dog) within the facility boundaries.

• Able to off load inbound packages, liquid trucks, and containers.

• Process inbound material using facility and mobile equipment.

• Waste stream QA/QC & Lab analysis associated with receiving and shipping waste and material.

• Complete and submit all facility associated paperwork (facility receiving, piece count, material verification, manifest review, etc.) associated with regulatory and safety record keeping paperwork.

• General cleaning of facility and grounds.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• 1+ year of experience

• Able to pass respirator fit test

• Ability to utilize NetSuite

• Must exercise good judgement and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrate attention to detail and time management

• Must be able to operate cranes, forklifts, hand trucks, and other power tools

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands of the Role

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb

• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs

• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces

• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator

• Consistently work in various weather conditions

Total Rewards

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment

• 401k - match up to 7%

• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Bonus

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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