Operations Assistant

Who we are

For 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 an Operations Assistant , you are responsible for the safe, environmentally sound and efficient daily operation of the process plant in assisting and supporting the operation to effectively maintain a steady flow of municipal solid waste (MSW) through the process lines in the production of refuse derived fuel (RDF).

Position Responsibilities:

• Follows established operating procedures in completing routine inspections and assigned activities, deviating from normal procedures only as directed.
• Performs daily routine pre-operational inspections of assigned production lines and related equipment and fills out necessary log sheets according to procedures.
• Performs troubleshooting on equipment and immediately reports and documents all unsafe equipment, equipment malfunctions or necessary equipment repairs.
• Performs checks as required by the weekly activities book, the monthly critical items check list, etc.
• Remains continually aware of unsafe working conditions or procedures and takes immediate steps to eliminate the unsafe condition.
• Performs lockout and tagout of equipment in support of maintenance activities.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs additional tasks as directed by the Shift Supervisor, or his or her designee.

Position Requirements & Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED;

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Must be able to pass respirator fit testing on a daily basis

Physical Demands of the Role:

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
• Consistently work in various weather conditions

Shift:

• Rotating 8-hour shifts, days and nights

What Reworld Offers You:

• 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

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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