Shredding Specialist

Pay Range: $18.00

Shift: Monday-Friday, 6am start
* Occasional Saturday work

The Shredding Specialist is responsible for receiving, segregating and loading waste paper into a paper shredder as well as various traditional warehouse support duties. The Shredding Specialist is a member of the local operations team who coordinates the parking of all trucks in preparation for the next day. The Shredding Specialist must be a team player and contribute to a safe and harmonious work environment.

• Unloads shredded paper, media, and product from Shred-it’s trucks at the assigned branch nightly
• Operates and maintains baling machinery at the branch
• Ensures all paper bales are staged or loaded for shipment as required
• Performs shredding operations in support of Shred-it’s off-site shredding program
• Safeguards plant hardware and equipment by locking and activating security systems
• Operates forklifts and performs preventative maintenance on forklifts as required
• Maintains a clean and safe working area according to Shred-It and NAID standards
• Ensures that truck shredder compartments and cabs are cleaned nightly in accordance with company guidelines
• Performs weekly, monthly and yearly preventative maintenance on all equipment
• Maintains supplies for plant operations
• Always maintain a responsible approach to all security and safety matters related to the operation of Shred-it following the company’s policies and procedures bringing the manager's attention to any and all areas of concern
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
• Valid Driver's License

• 1 year experience, preferably in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• 6 months experience as a certified forklift driver and basic maintenance

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates both in inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Additionally, a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days are provided. Benefits may vary by site.