Environmental Operations Container Processing Associate

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DEPARTMENT: Sumter Solidification, LLC dba ReIntegrated (REI) – Operations Container Processing Associate

REPORTS TO: Facility Operations Manager

Job Summary

The Operations Container Processing Associate is responsible for the safe handling, inspection, processing, and disposal of non-hazardous waste containers in accordance with facility procedures and regulatory requirements. This role supports daily operations by ensuring proper container management, maintaining a clean work area, and complying with all safety and environmental standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (includes But Is Not Limited To)

• Receive, inspect, and identify non-hazardous waste containers for proper processing
• Open, empty, and process containers using approved tools and equipment
• Sort and segregate materials according to facility procedures
• Operate handling equipment such as forklifts, container handlers, pallet jacks, etc. (as trained)
• Ensure proper labeling, documentation, and tracking of received/processed materials
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in compliance with housekeeping standards
• Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and environmental regulations
• Immediately communicate spills, or safety concerns to supervision
• Assist with routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Perform additional operational duties as assigned
  
  

Safety & Compliance Responsibilities

• Comply with OSHA, EPA, and company-specific safety requirements
• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
• Participate in safety training, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses
• Follow spill prevention and response procedures
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in waste management, logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification
• Proficient with written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work independently, but must be able to work as part of a team.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting
• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Manual handling of drums and materials
  
  

Work Environment

• Non-hazardous waste processing facility
• Exposure to noise, odors, dust, and varying temperatures
• Operation of mechanical equipment and hand tools
• Safety-driven, fast-paced industrial setting
  
  

Hours Of Work

• Typically, Monday through Friday, 7am to 4pm, but hours can vary. A company issued mobile device is required for during and after hour service.
  
  

Travel

• Errands to various local entities as deemed necessary by management.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities at this time. Management exercises the right to change this without notice.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, BRELLA (Accidental/Critical Illness Plan), Teladoc, EAP, 401k (after 1 year of employment), holidays and PTO days.
  
  

AAP/EEO Statement

ReIntegrated shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR

• 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.