Machine Operator (Shred Specialist)

Waste Management Inc

Memphis, TN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Driver's License, Employee Benefits, Environmental Work, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, Loading/Unloading, Manufacturing, Operational Support, Physical Demands, Preventative Maintenance, Safety/Work Safety, Stock Purchase Plans, Team Player, Tuition Fees, Warehousing, Waste Management
LOCATION
Memphis, TN
POSTED
11 days ago

Stericycle is now part of WM. To learn more about WM''s acquisition of Stericycle, CLICK HERE to read the press release.

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and your family.

We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential

and meaningful work.

We Are Committed to Growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees and their

family, and established career progression.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted

stock options, dependent day care, and more!

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The work schedule: Start time 10:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. or can vary within an hour or so, Monday through Friday, Saturday if necessary

Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today

I. Job Summary

The Shredding Specialist is responsible for receiving, segregating and loading wastepaper into a paper shredder as well as various traditional warehouse support duties. The Shredding Specialist is a member of the local operations team who coordinates the parking of all trucks in preparation for the next day. The Shredding Specialist must be a team player and contribute to a safe and harmonious work environment.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Unloads shredded paper, media, and product from Shred-it's trucks at the assigned branch nightly
  • Operates and maintains baling machinery at the branch
  • Ensures all paper bales are staged or loaded for shipment as required
  • Performs shredding operations in support of Shred-it's off-site shredding program
  • Safeguards plant hardware and equipment by locking and activating security systems
  • Operates forklifts and performs preventative maintenance on forklifts as required
  • Maintains a clean and safe working area according to Shred-It and NAID standards
  • Ensures that truck shredder compartments and cabs are cleaned nightly in accordance with company guidelines
  • Performs weekly, monthly and yearly preventative maintenance on all equipment
  • Maintains supplies for plant operations
  • Always maintain a responsible approach to all security and safety matters related to the operation of Shred-it follows the company's policies and procedures bringing the manager''s attention to any and all areas of concern
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
  • Valid Driver''s License

B. Preferred Qualifications

  • 1 year experience, preferably in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
  • 6 months experience as a certified forklift driver and basic maintenance

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

About the Company

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Waste Management Inc

Waste Management is the largest environmental solutions provider in North America, serving more than 21 million municipal, commercial and industrial customers in the U.S. and Canada. We have invested in developing waste solutions for a changing world. Today, this includes not just disposal and recycling, but personal counseling to help customers achieve their green goals, including zero waste.

Waste Management is North America’s largest residential recycler and a renewable energy provider. We recover the naturally occurring gas inside landfills to generate electricity, called landfill-gas-to-energy. Waste Management’s fleet of natural gas trucks is the largest heavy-duty truck fleet of its kind in North America. With the largest network of recycling facilities, transfer stations and landfills in the industry, our entire business can adapt to meet the needs of every distinct customer segment.

As North America’s leading provider of comprehensive waste management services, our mission is to maximize resource value while minimizing impact in order to further both economic and environmental sustainability for all of our stakeholders.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401K, Stock Options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1968
WEBSITE
https://careers.wm.com/us/en