Magna Engineered Glass: Product Recycler; Box Breaker

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state‑of‑the‑art vehicles across the world.

1st Shift working in the North, reporting to EHS.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Product Recycler at Magna Engineered Glass is responsible for sorting & preparing cardboard and recyclable materials for shipment from the North Plant recycling area. This position plays a key role in maintaining housekeeping standards, maximizing recycling efficiency, and reducing waste disposal costs by ensuring cardboard is properly processed and separated from non-recyclable and other recyclable materials. This position formally reports to the EHS Manager but takes daily direction from the production team.

• Break down cardboard boxes, pallets and packaging materials for recycling.
• Remove and separate metal, plastic, foam, wood and other non-cardboard materials.
• Utilize hand tools such as a screw gun / drill, hammer, and a pry bar (crowbar) to disassemble packaging materials and containers.
• Organize and stack cardboard into dense, stable and space-efficient loads for recycling pickup and transportation.
• Organize and prepare other recyclables such as metals, plastics, etc. into space efficient loads for recycling pickup and transportation.
• Prepare recycling trailers, containers and staging areas for material loading.
• Inspect recyclable materials for contamination and ensure proper segregation of materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe recycling work area.
• Assist with movement of cardboard and recyclable materials using designated equipment as authorized.
• Monitor recycling accumulation levels and communicate pickup needs and concerns to appropriate people.
• Support plant housekeeping initiatives and recycling programs.
• Follow all environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, spills or incidents immediately.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, recycling or material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand tools, including:
  Cordless screwgun/drill, Hammer, Pry bar/crowbar.
• Ability to identify and separate recyclable materials.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to keep own situational awareness a top priority.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety requirements.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols in manufacturing environments.
• English proficiency required, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Prolonged standing at least 8 hours, but up to 12 hours per day. Conduct work in compliance with the Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) regulations and ISO
45001 Occupational H&S Management System (OHSMS) and ISO
14001 Environmental Management System (EMS)…