Purpose: The Tacoma, WA Depot Plant Operator is responsible for first and foremost, conducting his/her work in a safe manner at all times. Plant Operators have the responsibility for preparation, review and monitoring of the shipping and receiving of material in and out of the facility, including containers and bulk deliveries. They are responsible for the operation of recycling equipment including material transfers and process unit operations, process monitoring and process adjustments.

 

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for working safely in all job aspects and functions. Promotes and fosters safety and efficiency in all employees and activity.
• Takes direction from Plant Supervisor and/or Facility Manager, as applicable.
• Unloads containerized material from inbound trailers in accordance with Company rules and regulations.
• Verifies inbound containers and container labeling are consistent with inbound paperwork and all applicable D.O.T. designations.
• Verifies container labeling and directs inbound containers to appropriate staging areas.
• Empties inbound material containers and fills containers with recycled and virgin product in preparation for outbound shipment, as needed.
• Unloads inbound materials from tanker trucks.
• Transfers materials into or between storage/holding tanks on site
• Prepares materials and loads outbound trailers for Branch replenishment.
• Loads outbound waste trailers for third party disposal.
• Fills outbound tankers with waste materials for transport.
• Operates and maintains recycling equipment for optimum safe performance, including update process logbooks with field activities and process adjustments, noting any variances, deviations, equipment malfunctions or environmental releases encountered during field readings
• Maintain and update process readings sheets to record operating conditions
• Assist with operations and inspections
• Develop ways and means to operate more effectively
• Maintain housekeeping standards in own work area
• Adhere to all corporate policies and standards including but not limited to environmental and regulatory, human resources, facility, equipment operations and maintenance

 

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned by management

 

Specific Skills

• Strong Mathematical and Mechanically reasoning ability
• The ability to work in team-based environment
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications

 

Work Experience

• 2+ years related experience preferred
• Heavy equipment operator experience a plus but not required

 

Education, Certificates, Licenses, Designations or Memberships

• High School Diploma
• Vocational training preferred

 

Personal Protective Equipment

• Steel toe boots, Safety Glasses, Hard Hat

 

Benefits:

• Medical and Dental
• 401K
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off
• Short-term disability
• Life and accident insurance
• Advancement opportunities

 

Requirements:
All applicants must pass the company paid physical exam including substance abuse screening.
Must be willing to undergo a background check in accordance with local laws and regulations.

 

Crystal Clean LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crystal Clean expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that Crystal Clean reflects the communities and customers that we serve.

 

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $22.50, and includes benefits such as the following:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement