Processor II

RECYCLE ANN ARBOR•Scio Township, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Recycle Ann Arbor is hiring a full-time, union Processor II for its Recovery Yard in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The role supports safe and efficient operations at recycling and recovery facilities while providing customer service to people using those facilities. The Processor II assists with unloading and evaluating materials, sorts and processes recyclable and reusable items, prepares materials and equipment for shipment, and helps advance the organization’s recovery and sustainability goals. This is an active, hands-on position performed outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions. It involves frequent entry to and exit from vehicles and heavy equipment; standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, crouching, and reaching; operating equipment and machinery; and lifting and moving materials. The posting describes lifting up to 50 pounds in the role overview and states in the job requirements that frequent lifting of 50 pounds and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds are required.

Requirements

Training and certification to operate excavators and other yellow iron equipment.
Ability to safely operate and maneuver vehicles and trailers throughout the recovery yard.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to serve a diverse customer base.
Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Basic math skills and ability to operate cash registers or point-of-sale systems and handle cash.
Professional attitude and appearance.
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Valid Michigan chauffeur license; the posting also refers to a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
Minimum three years of experience in the recycling industry.
Ability to frequently lift 50 pounds, occasionally lift up to 100 pounds, and assist with material lifting daily.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in heat, cold, rain, snow, and other weather conditions.
Ability to frequently enter and exit vehicles and heavy equipment and to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, crouch, and reach throughout the workday.
Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and machinery and work around equipment and materials while following established safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience in materials management, waste recovery, or a related industry.
Experience working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Equipment operation experience in industrial, construction, recycling, or material handling environments.

Responsibilities

Assist customers with unloading materials and answer their questions.
Evaluate incoming materials for quantity and composition.
Sort and process recyclable and reusable materials.
Operate point-of-sale systems, scales, and transaction systems, including handling cash.
Prepare materials, containers, and trucks for shipment.
Safely operate equipment, machinery, vehicles, and Class A trucks and trailers within the recovery yard.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces.
Complete opening and closing procedures.
Communicate with team members using handheld radios.
Resolve customer concerns professionally and courteously.
Support special projects and operational initiatives.
Help achieve Recycle Ann Arbor’s recovery and sustainability goals.