Recycling Technician - 3rd Shift

kdc/one Groveport, 4400 South Hamilton Rd, Groveport, Ohio, United States of America Req #3059

Thursday, July 6, 2023

Kdc/one is currently hiring at our Groveport, Ohio location. As part of the kdc/one network, we are the leading best-in-class producer of beauty and personal care products! Our Groveport location is accessible with an easy commute located on RT. 33/Hamilton Rd.

We offer excellent opportunities with competitive wages from entry level, semi and skilled trade positions. We have opportunities for advancement at all of our sites and are excited to have you join the kdc/one Team!

General Information:

The Recycling Technician will perform manual work necessary to support the sustainability initiative through recycling and other waste programs.

What are we looking for?

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum one year of manufacturing experience, preferably in a regulated and GMP environment.
• Minimum one year of forklift experience.
• RCRA and Hazardous Waste Management Certification.
• DOT Hazardous Materials Management Certificate.
• Operates compactors, balers, forklifts, drum haulers and pallet jacks to transport hazardous, non-hazardous and recyclable materials to proper disposal areas.
• Ability to adapt to rotating assignments with a positive attitude, a sense of urgency and positive results.
• Interact and communicate effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Good understanding of FDA Good Manufacturing Practices Regulations (GMP’s) and OSHA safety requirements.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Strong communication (both written and oral), interpersonal, team building and organizational skills.
• Must be able to understand and complete procedure documents in accordance with SOPs and WIs.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and manage time efficiently and effectively.
• Mechanical aptitude, including use of basic hand tools to complete basic repairs on recycling equipment.

Benefits Include:

• Health/Vision/Dental/401k/bonus potential!
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Immediate openings

This position is responsible for:

• Performing activities associated with the collection, replacement, disposal/destruction and shipment of hazardous, non-hazardous and recyclable materials in accordance with federal, state, local regulations and company standard operating procedures.
• Operating compactors, balers, forklifts, drum haulers and pallet jacks to transport hazardous, non-hazardous and recyclable materials to proper disposal areas.
• Inspecting and sorting materials into designated containers according to type, size, condition, color, or paper/cardboard grade.
• Monitoring and maintaining the conditions of all hazardous, non-hazardous and recycling storage areas and all related equipment.
• Participating in training and maintaining knowledge with regard to current recycling methods, stream identification, waste mitigation, DOT regulations, and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Reporting any procedural and/or process gaps to the Environmental Technician.
• Following, promoting and enforcing KDC’s safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures.
• Performing all work in a manner that is consistent with the company’s quality system, FDA Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA, DOT and EPA regulations, including maintaining clean and orderly areas at all times.