Recycling Operator - 1st shift- 7:30am-4pm M-F

AZEK Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a Recycling Operator for the 1st shift (7:30am–4:00pm, Mon–Fri) at our Indianapolis facility. You will set up, run, and maintain production lines, operate forklifts, and manage accurate logs and quality checks. The role requires adherence to safety standards, basic math skills, and the ability to lift up to 55 pounds.

High school diploma or GED preferred. The position offers full-time hours with a pay rate of $20 per hour and the opportunity to contribute to sustainable

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work within company values.
• 1–3 years of relevant operations experience.
• Ability to perform basic math and calculator weights.
• Ability to read weights (gross, tare, net) and logs.
• Stand for long periods and handle lifting up to 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to accident-free operations and compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Set up, run, shut down, troubleshoot and clean production lines.
• Follow Run Instruction Sheet instructions and RIS updates.
• Safely operate sit-down forklift and man lift.
• Maintain production ledgers and quality control logs.
• Complete RFS tags and record weights accurately.
• Take samples and report any inequities to lab personnel.
• Keep work area clean and organized throughout shift.

Skills

Company values

Relevant experience

Mathematical computations

Weight measurement

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Recycling Operator - 1st shift- 7:30am-4pm M-F

Job Category : Operations

Requisition Number : RECYC006195

• Posted : October 1, 2026


• Full-Time

Locations

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Indianapolis, IN 46278, USA

Description

1st shift- 7:30am-4pm M-F

Pay- $20/hr

Core Responsibilities:

• Contributes to accident-free operations and compliance to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations


• Set up, run, shut down, troubleshoot and clean production lines


• Understand, follow and apply information from the Run Instruction Sheet (RIS).


• Safely operate a sit-down forklift and man lift


• Maintain and properly complete logs for production ledgers (inbound, outbound, rejects and run) and quality control.


• Complete Ready for Sale (RFS) tags.


• Compute weights via calculator, competently using correct gross, tare and net figures.


• Weigh material in boxes and hoppers. Correctly record weights in appropriate places.


• Take regular and proper samples and systematically probe boxes as directed by RIS. Report inequities to lab personnel and supervisor.


• Thoroughly clean boxes, lids and skids prior to using them. Determine condition of packaging and dispose of any substandard material prior to reusing.


• Complete the Run Number Time Log at the end of each shift.


• Update RIS as needed and pass information along to your supervisor in a timely manner.


• Keep your work area clean and organized throughout the shift.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work within company values


• 1-3 years of relevant experience


• Must have compacity for making mathematical computations with adding, subtracting, and calculating percentages via calculators


• Ability to ascertain the gross, tare, and net weights of each box of material processed


• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift material weighing up to 55 pounds


• Requires work on platforms, climbing stairs and ladders, being off the ground and under equipment


• Ability to work with dirt/dust, noise, and around extremely hot temperatures and with high heat material


• Ability to work in a fast-based environment, handle multiple tasks, and be detailed oriented


• Work schedule flexibility to accommodate needs of the business.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED, preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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