Back Plant Operator

Who we areFor more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

As a Back Plant Operator, you will be responsible for performing a variety of operational tasks safely and efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic industrial environment to support Reworld’s thermomechanical treatment process. This is a labor-intensive entry-level position with significant potential for advancement.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and operation of the plant and its component equipment with emphasis on the ash handling and metal recovery systems.

Responsible for execution of cleaning assignments, grounds keeping, and assisting plant operations and maintenance as requested

Full participation in our extensive safety program is required, including diligent use of the Safety Observation System in Process Map.

Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient facility operations, as well as inspection, operation and PM of mobile equipment.

Perform daily walkdowns of the back ash area, inspecting conveyors, belts, rollers, separators, and related equipment for defects or abnormal conditions

Monitor equipment performance, including speeds, alignment, ash buildup, and overall system cleanliness

Conduct routine preventive maintenance and assist with corrective maintenance tasks throughout the day Participate in the daily morning kickoff meeting (20-30 minutes) with the maintenance team to review the day’s work plan Support scheduled system shutdowns to complete repairs safely and efficiently.

Safely perform lock-out/tag-out procedures in support of maintenance activities

Report equipment issues and submit repair requests using established work order processes

Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment in the ash handling and metal recovery areas of the plant

Position

Requirements & Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred

Reworld offers GED Works – a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.Must have the ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Physical Demands of the Role:

Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb

Ability to lift/carry 50lbsAbility to work from heights and in confined spaces

Qualify to wear a full-face respirator

Consistently work in various weather condition

Total Rewards & Compensation:

Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment

Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
401k - match up to 7%
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
Paid Parental Leave Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted…