Waste Handler

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC•Des Moines, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Waste Handler accepts waste from waste streams, segregates hazardous from non-hazardous materials and prepares labels for appropriate storage and/or disposal.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
One year of work experience is required.
Working knowledge of D.O.T. and EPA regulations.
Capable of passing an OSHA respirator physical.
Ability to stand for long periods of time in extreme hot or cold temperatures is required.
Able to work rotating shifts as scheduled is required.
Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle. Must be able to meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.
Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience is preferred.
Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.

Responsibilities

Removes waste from pallets, trash barrels, wire baskets, offices, production and storage areas, laboratory and maintenance.
Organizes and inventories all waste and recycled materials stored in facility.
Monitors and assists the production team to ensure all waste materials are stored in the proper containers and that the containers are properly labeled.
Prepares and loads all waste materials, both hazardous and non-hazardous, for shipment in accordance with D.O.T. regulations.
Uses appropriate machinery to wash, rinse, crush, shred or chip drums, containers, etc. to decontaminate and reduce bulk.
Maintains a clean work environment both inside and outside the facility by using good housekeeping habits.
May be required to drive a company vehicle.
Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Follows all company policies and procedures.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTS THE SAME DAY YOU DO!
Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
Three-year vesting on company-match with 1,000 hours of service.
Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.
Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay - paid for by Helena at no cost to you.
Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
Up to four weeks of paid Parental Leave.
Education Assistance.