Back Plant Operator

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

As a Back Plant Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally sound operations of industrial systems and equipment associated with Reworld's industrial disposal process.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned operational tasks and inspections utilizing various types of designated industrial equipment and hand/power tools

• Complete routine inspections of assigned equipment and document details in accordance with facility procedures

• Troubleshoot assigned equipment and responsibly report issues and repair requests utilizing defined work order processes and procedures

• Utilize weekly activity books and critical items checklist to perform operational and equipment related function checks

• Safely perform lock-out/tag-out processes of equipment in support of assigned maintenance teams

• Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient facility operations

The shift is 12 hours rotating days and nights on a 5 on- 2 off - 2 on- 5 off schedule.

Position Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred Reworld offers GED Works - a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.

• Valid driver's license

• Must have experience operating heavy industrial equipment such as sweepers, skid steer, front end loader

• Must have the ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Physical Demands of the Role:

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb

• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs

• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces

• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator

• Consistently work in various weather conditions

What Reworld Offers You:

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment

• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards

• 401k - match up to 7%

• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Bonus

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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