Recycling Center Material Handler - Fast-Paced & Reliable

Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative in McMinnville, OR is seeking a reliable Material Handler to sort, count and move beverage containers at our Redemption Center. This full‑time role requires punctual attendance and accurate data entry as you support efficient recycling operations.

You will operate pallet jacks, load and unload trailers, and perform routine equipment maintenance while following OSHA and OBRC safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Warehouse or production experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a physical, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to OSHA Safety Standards and OBRC policies including PPE and Lock Out Tag Out.
• Clean and maintain work area and equipment to ensure a safe work environment.
• Operate a manual and electric pallet jack and/or tote stacker.
• Safely load/unload trailer with totes and pallets and other items as needed.
• Load, unload, push and maneuver full and empty bag racks of product.
• Lift and empty bags of beverage containers from rack into sorting or compactor equipment.
• Efficiently and accurately complete all data entry requirements and the processing of beverage containers.
• Safely operate, maintain and troubleshoot equipment and Redemption Center tools.
• Escalate repair issues when necessary.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical, fast-paced work

Team environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative in McMinnville, OR is seeking a reliable Material Handler to sort, count and move beverage containers at our Redemption Center. This full‑time role requires punctual attendance and accurate data entry as you support efficient recycling operations.

You will operate pallet jacks, load and unload trailers, and perform routine equipment maintenance while following OSHA and OBRC safety standards.