Recycle Room Operator - $19.75-$20.50/hr

May 26, 2026

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Recycle Room Operator
Starting Pay: $19.75-$20.50 per hour, depending on shift

7 days on/7 days off. Day shift: 6am-6:15pm Night shift: 6pm-6:15am

Benefit Summary:
Medical/dental insurance begins day of hire
200% company match on 401k up to 3% employee contribution rate
Vacation accrual begins on date of hire, 84 hours in first year
10 paid holidays annually, free life and disability insurance

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform manual labor in a chilled (35 degrees) and wet area
Wash and stack up to 55lb pallets to chest height and disassemble combos
Cut and pull plastic & cardboard for recycling
Run baler and dumper machinery
Keep hydraulic room and equipment clean and free of debris using approved chemicals and high-pressure hoses.
Assist the MDM Technician on all sanitation break down and reassembly
Be familiar with all functions of the MDM process to ensure that all safety regulations and devices are adhered to and used properly.
Know and at all times observe all safety and quality rules and procedures.
Know and follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Maintain good communications and working relationship with all other departments.
Be willing and able to cross-train for other functions.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

18+ years of age, high school diploma/GED required
Must pass a drug test, physical and background check
Able to constantly stand/walk for 12 hours per shift
Able to lift, push and pull up to 55 pounds on a continuous basis
Able to constantly work in cold and wet environment
Able to pass random drug tests
Have reliable transportation
Recent experience in manufacturing, in poultry processing a plus
Proven good attendance record at past employers
Must be willing to work weekends and overtime
Must be able to become forklift certified with clean driving record

Taking care of business starts with taking care of our associates!

EEO Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled

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