Lead Laborer

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Raleigh, NC

12h

About The Position

The Lead Shredding Specialist receives, segregates, and loads wastepaper into a paper shredder and performs traditional warehouse support duties. As a member of the local operations team, this role coordinates truck parking in preparation for the next day and contributes to a safe, harmonious work environment as a team leader and subject-matter expert. The job operates in both indoor garage, shop, or gas plant conditions and outdoor conditions, including inclement weather, heat, and humidity. It is designated safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety protocols; drug and alcohol testing may be required as a condition of employment.

Requirements

Accredited high school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license and a history of good driving records.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience, preferably in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Six months of experience as a certified forklift driver and basic maintenance.
Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Unload shredded paper, media, and product from company trucks at the assigned branch nightly.
Operate and maintain branch machinery.
Ensure paper bales are staged or loaded for shipment as required.
Perform shredding operations in support of the off-site shredding program.
Secure plant hardware and equipment by locking and activating security systems.
Operate forklifts and perform preventative forklift maintenance as required.
Maintain a clean and safe work area according to company and NAID standards.
Clean truck shredding compartments and cabs nightly according to company guidelines.
Perform weekly, monthly, and yearly preventative maintenance on equipment.
Maintain supplies for plant operations.
Follow company policies and procedures for security and safety, and bring concerns to the manager's attention.
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.