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Small Equipment Operator MRF, Nights

Operates equipment to sort, bale and transport recyclable materials on night shift.

Newark, New Jersey, United States
21 - 21 USD
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Onsite

About the Role

The role involves operating one or two pieces of equipment—such as a baler, front‑end loader, bobcat, condensing unit, or forklift—to transport or bind paper and other loose materials for efficient handling. • Operate baler, front‑end loader, bobcat, condensing unit, or forklift to move and bind paper or loose materials. • Sort, grade, and inspect material quality before baling or shipping. • Load, unload, and stack materials from trailers, railcars, containers, and bins. • Record and label materials, maintain inventory records, and compile worksheets per customer specifications. • Start and monitor baler operations, respond to prompts and alarms, and document downtime. • Perform routine equipment maintenance such as lubricating, fueling, cleaning, and supplying wire for the baler. • Ensure safety in work areas and comply with all safety policies and procedures. • Coordinate material flow with the MRF Manager and follow loading/unloading sheets and bills of lading. • Complete load/unload tally sheets and vehicle condition reports as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • equipment operation
  • material sorting
  • load/unload
  • inventory tracking
  • baler monitoring
  • equipment maintenance

What You Bring

Required qualifications include at least six months of prior experience and a forklift certification; a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience are preferred. The job combines office tasks (computers, phones, copy machines) with plant/field work and involves typical physical demands of a warehouse environment.

Requirements

  • forklift
  • high school
  • 6‑month exp
  • 1‑year exp
  • office
  • warehouse

Benefits

The position works Monday through Friday from 6 pm to 5 am, with optional Saturdays from 3:30 pm to 12 am depending on season and business needs. At WM, a job is more than a paycheck; it creates opportunities for you and your family. Our team is stable, home‑based daily, and performs essential, meaningful work. #WeAreWM invites you to join the Waste Management (formerly WM) team today. The base pay is estimated at $21 per hour, with 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 (benefits may vary by site).

Work Environment

Onsite

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