Industrial Operations Associate

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.•North Canaan, CT

18h•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Operations Associate is part of a team responsible for monitoring and processing materials each day to add value for customers. The role helps ensure materials are handled appropriately and customers receive the best value from the company’s services. The hiring range is $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience. The associate operates industrial equipment, processes and sorts recycling and production materials, prepares loads for transport, and completes shipping documentation. The position requires attention to safety, communication with the Operations Supervisor, and participation in training and improvement initiatives. The role may require operating a 22-foot box truck or a truck with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–2 years of manufacturing experience.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.
Valid driver’s license.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Ability to lift 30 pounds frequently and 65 pounds several times a day.
Ability to stand for 8 hours and work extended hours if needed.
Excellent listening, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of equipment operation, such as forklifts, grinders, and box trucks.

Nice To Haves

6–12 months of equipment operations experience.
Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures.
Ability to navigate and use Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Operate industrial equipment, including bailers, forklifts, grinders, and other equipment used at the location, and load recycling materials for collection and transportation.
Process production scrap, sort materials, and bale cardboard and plastic film.
Load finished products onto trailers and follow safe loading procedures.
Package food waste and recycling in appropriate containers that comply with transport regulations and disposal or recycling site requirements.
Attend safety training, report incidents and near misses, and wear personal protective equipment as needed.
Create and manage shipping paperwork, including bills of lading, packing lists, trailer checklists, and waste manifests.
Generate packing lists for outbound loads and document the weight of each item loaded onto trailers.
Communicate challenges or inquiries to the Operations Supervisor as needed.
Use workplace experience to generate and present ideas for program improvement.
Operate a 22-foot box truck or a truck with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more when required.
Participate in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services.
Perform other duties needed to support the company’s vision, mission, and core values.