Shredding & Warehouse Operations Technician

Waste Management; Schiller Park (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-term Disability

401K with Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Job summary

The Shredding Specialist is a key WM role focused on receiving, segregating and loading wastepaper into a shredder, with essential warehouse support duties. The position coordinates truck parking for the next day and promotes a safe, harmonious work environment.

Qualified applicants typically hold a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; forklift experience is preferred. The role carries protective safety requirements and potential drug testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or accredited.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Forklift experience preferred and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Unloads shredded paper, media, and product from trucks nightly.
• Operates and maintains baling machinery at the branch.
• Ensures paper bales are staged or loaded for shipment.
• Performs shredding operations in support of off-site program.
• Maintains a clean, safe working area per standards.
• Operates forklifts and performs basic maintenance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Driver Certification

Forklift maintenance

Job description

The Shredding Specialist is a key WM role focused on receiving, segregating and loading wastepaper into a shredder, with essential warehouse support duties. The position coordinates truck parking for the next day and promotes a safe, harmonious work environment.

Qualified applicants typically hold a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; forklift experience is preferred. The role carries protective safety requirements and potential drug testing.