Small Equipment Operator

About the Role

In this role, the associate operates one or two pieces of equipment—such as a baler, front‑end loader, bobcat, densifier, or forklift—to transport and bind paper or other loose materials, facilitating efficient material handling within the plant. • Sort and grade material. • Fill and operate candensifier. • Record materials received or distributed and mark them with identifying information. • Maintain inventory records. • Compile worksheets or tickets from customer specifications. • Ensure material is fed properly onto conveyor. • Coordinate flow of material. • Start baler on time, monitor functions, respond to prompts and alarms, and ensure proper operation. • Monitor and document downtime. • Ensure safety around working areas. • Check quality of material before baling or shipping. • Coordinate with MRF Manager on material needing baling or shipping. • Perform routine maintenance and daily inspection of equipment, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning. • Keep supply of wire on hand for baler. • Operate loader, forklift, bobcat, or other equipment to move material to designated areas. • Keep surrounding work areas clean. • Unload, tag, and stack material in proper rows using lifting devices. • Load or unload materials into or out of trailers and railcars. • Move material from baler. • Dump containers, bins, and gaylords of materials. • Read loading, unloading sheets and bills of lading. • Complete load and unload tally sheets. • Inspect and grade wastepaper received at plant. • Complete vehicle condition reports per corporate guidelines. • Comply with all safety policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸material grading
• ▸baler operation
• ▸equipment operation
• ▸inventory management
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸maintenance

What You Bring

WM is an equal‑opportunity employer in the United States and Canada, providing accommodations throughout the hiring process, and the position may require a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel or access to federal property. • Required: 6 months of previous work experience. • Required: Forklift certification. • Preferred: High school diploma or GED. • Preferred: 1 year of previous work experience.

Requirements

• ▸forklift cert
• ▸high school
• ▸ged
• ▸work experience
• ▸real id

Benefits

The position works Monday through Friday, from 6 am to 4:30 pm. WM emphasizes that a job here offers more than a paycheck—it creates opportunities for you and your family. WM highlights a stable work environment where team members perform essential, meaningful tasks every day, invests in comprehensive benefits and growth programs, and supports employee development through an annual education assistance benefit. Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, and paid vacation, holidays, and personal days, with variations by site.

Work Environment

Onsite