MULCHER

48forty Solutions • Eastford, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Mulcher, you’ll get to operate grinding equipment to process unusable pallet wood into mulch products in a safe and efficient manner. This position supports pallet recycling operations by sorting scrap materials, monitoring equipment performance, maintaining cleanliness of the work area, and following all safety procedures. The Mulcher helps ensure production goals are met while maintaining quality standards and supporting overall yard and plant operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift wooden pallets which weigh about 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Quick hands, attention to detail, commitment to quality
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, elements, heat, cold, and air particulate
• Repetitively lift up to 50-75 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths in time
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lumber, warehouse, construction, carpentry, landscaping, roofing, experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate mulch grinding and processing equipment to convert unusable pallet wood into mulch material safely and efficiently
• Sort and inspect scrap pallet wood to remove metal, debris, and non-processable materials prior to grinding
• Monitor grinder performance and material flow to ensure consistent quality and production output
• Perform routine equipment inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and basic preventative maintenance on grinders, conveyors, and related machinery
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all company safety procedures, OSHA guidelines, and lockout/tagout practices
• Assist with loading, stacking, transporting, and storing mulch products and scrap materials using forklifts or other material handling equipment as needed

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Daily Pay – Access to your earned wages before payday!
• Referral Bonuses
• Long-Term Career Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance for Eligible Full Time Employees
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Great Team Environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED