Recycling Operator

Rplanet Earth Los Angeles is seeking a Recycling Operator in Vernon, CA, offering an hourly wage of $22.25. The role involves supervising Sorters, ensuring efficient processing of recyclable materials, and maintaining equipment performance. Key responsibilities include training staff, monitoring delabeling and sorting processes, minimizing contamination, and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Candidates should have 3+ years of manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues. Bilingual skills are a plus. Job Details Vernon, CA High School $22.25 - $22.25 Hourly Manufacturing Description

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Recycling Operator is to ensure recyclable feedstocks are processed in accordance to rPlanet Earth’s highest quality standards.

Essential Responsibilities

SORTERS

• High level of competency to train, motivate and support Sorters for highest level of performance- completed management training program. Achieve average turnover rate of 90 days (good sorters stay for at least 90 days)

BUFFER 1 TO 2

• Ensure buffers are at 50% or more the entire shift.

DELABELERS

• Monitor delabeling effectiveness on bottles going to DRS2.

• Monitor hoppers of delabelers and adjust settings to keep full throughput.

AMP TRACKING Monitor amps and other key parameters of system to ensure 100% uptime and proactive communication to maintenance.

BELLY PANS Complete cycle of weekly belly pan drops and conveyor clean outs to reduce downtime.

NRTS

• Assist in cleaning optical with goal of less than 15 minutes downtime. Monitor outputs of optical to ensure contamination is limited for sorters, report issues.

MAX

• Monitor MAX performance and manage daily cleaning of units.

• Report any issues timely and accurately.

CONTAMINATION

• Manage all of the above to ensure contamination is minimized for sorters.

PLANT UPKEEP

• Assist in daily and weekly cleanings as listed in the MCL. Maintain world class facility in terms of cleanliness.

GMP - Good Manufacturing Practices

• Responsible for following food safety requirements of the facility

• Zero GMP violations per month

• It is the responsibility of every employee including temp workers to immediately report to Management the discovery of contamination in any area of the production facility that constitutes a risk to product and/or personnel safety.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Maintain compliance with company and OSHA safety policies including but not limited to: lockout/ tagout procedures, forklift operation, proper use of PPE, and sharps discovery and handling

OPERATOR II DUTIES

• Assist Operator II in all duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to identify quality issues Able to work in a fast-paced environment Quick learner, highly organized, and dependable Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and strong analytical skills Results-driven and excellent problem-solving skills Ability to analyze a problem and determine a possible solution Impeccable communication, presentation, interpersonal and influencing skills Technical skills to read and interpret technical information Must have good communication skills to compile clear and concise evaluation reports Conduct training to educate workers about improved quality processes Team player with high standards of integrity, ethics and behavior Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook Willingness and ability to learn new systems Ability to create a culture which promotes a team environment

Qualifications

Qualifications 3+ years stable work experience in a related manufacturing setting SQF, HACCP background is a plus Must be able to read and write in English, as well as proficiency in math. HS Diploma or GED Strong communication skills, ability to speak Spanish a plus. Proven abilities to troubleshoot equipment issues and maximize equipment performance Hands-on approach, with a “can-do” attitude. Demonstrate safe work habits and extensive knowledge of workplace safety is required. Forklift certified

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate & occasionally loud when out on the plant floor.

Pay range

The anticipated pay range for this position will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate's skills, recent years of experience and working location, as well as the specific position's business needs, scope and level.

We offer our employees a competitive salary, wide range of generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with match; paid time off, holidays and floating holidays. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Requirements 100 % On-site Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Must be able to wear PPE entire shift, as needed Must be able to work A, B, C, or D Recycling shift schedule, as assigned.