Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Wash Line Operator
Operate and troubleshoot polymer grinding & wash line, ensuring safe, efficient production.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Polymer Center Wash Line Operator is responsible for overseeing and operating the grinding and wash line processes at the Polymer Center. This role ensures strict adherence to accident prevention programs and compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards while maintaining a strong working knowledge of rPET grinding and wash line equipment for efficient operation and basic troubleshooting. Key duties include removing unsafe conditions, executing the manufacturing plan for each shift, and performing pre‑ and post‑operation equipment inspections. The operator continuously monitors production and waste for quality issues, tracks equipment readiness to minimize downtime, performs minor maintenance, documents service activities, and reports needed repairs. They also follow all safety policies, represent the company positively to drive customer satisfaction, support budget goals, and foster a collaborative team environment. • Operate grinding and wash line equipment safely and efficiently. • Perform pre‑ and post‑operation equipment inspections. • Monitor production output and waste for quality issues. • Conduct minor equipment maintenance and document service. • Complete equipment condition reports and notify supervisors of repairs. • Follow all safety, environmental and company policies. • Support customer satisfaction and division budget goals. • Foster a collaborative, communicative team environment. • Participate in health‑care and dependent care spending accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸inspections
- ▸quality monitoring
- ▸maintenance
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸reporting
What You Bring
Preferred qualifications emphasize excellent customer service, professional demeanor, and strong time‑management and follow‑through abilities. Minimum requirements include at least one year of manufacturing or recycling experience and a commitment to safety and teamwork. • Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or recycling experience. • Demonstrate strong customer service, time management and follow‑through skills.
Requirements
- ▸manufacturing
- ▸customer service
- ▸time management
- ▸follow‑through
- ▸safety
- ▸teamwork
Benefits
Eligible employees can participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, health‑care spending accounts, disability coverage, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program, discount programs, a retirement plan with a generous company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and paid time off. • Eligible for comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage. • Access short‑ and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance. • Receive employee and family assistance program (EAP) and discount programs. • Enrolled in retirement plan with company match and employee stock purchase plan. • Receive paid time off (PTO) and other employee benefits.
Work Environment
Onsite