Recycling Materials Handler

ATLANTIC BOTTLING COMPANYDes Moines, IA
Onsite

About The Position

The Recycling Materials Handler is responsible for the branch's recycling efforts of returned PET, aluminum, cardboard, and paper products and all recyclable material that aligns with the company's strategic goals. This is a physical position, requiring repetitive movement with lifting/pulling of up to 55 lbs. The typical work days will be Monday-Friday. Although minimal, some evening and weekend work may be required. This role is considered a safety sensitive position. Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company offers a dynamic, ever-changing environment requiring flexibility and a willing, team-based attitude. Some duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company offers a drug-free workplace. Employees are subject to pre-employment/post-offer drug and random drug testing.

Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Regular attendance is required and considered an essential job function.
  • Ability to work independently with little direction.
  • Ability to climb stairs will also be needed.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

  • Previously forklift experience is helpful.
  • Some light computer experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all aspects of the company’s recycling efforts, including PET, aluminum, cardboard, and paper products.
  • Prep, sort, and load recyclables into appropriate containers for vendor pick up.
  • Dispose of recyclables where applicable.
  • Utilize compactor and breakdown cardboard and other recyclables.
  • Repair, sort, and organize returned pallets and shells.
  • Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Handle appropriate disposal and follow company standards.
  • Provide frequent area cleaning and housekeeping.
  • Comply with all safety procedures.
  • Maintain clean and orderly work area to ensure safety.
  • Wash out trailers to prepare for re-use according to quality standards.
  • Ethical conduct is expected at all times.
  • Other duties as required.

Benefits

  • Flexible and non-traditional scheduling such as evenings, part-time, and 4-day week opportunities for certain roles
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401K with company match and profit sharing
  • myCareer development, training, and tuition assistance
  • Wellness focus with discounted gym memberships and mental health benefits including free counseling sessions
  • Recognition program & milestone celebrations
  • Coca-Cola perks, discounts, and swag
  • Approachable and collaborative leadership
  • Regular performance feedback and employee survey opportunities
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