Sedalia Recycling Plant Operator with $22-$28/hr Pay | Hiring
Role Based in Sedalia
Snapshot
- Location: Sedalia, MO
- Job Title: Recycling Plant Operator
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- This Sedalia-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Sedalia, MO is growing.
- Benefit from working in Sedalia, a key hub for the Recycling And Resource Recovery industry.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: $22-$28/Hour (approx. $52.5k/Year)
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
Position Scope
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Recycling And Resource Recovery.
Company Overview: Waste Management leads North America in sustainable recycling operations, managing high-capacity recycling processing plants that transform discarded commodities into high-value raw manufacturing materials.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Recycling Plant Operator, you manage the main processing line operations inside high-speed recycling plants. You operate automated sorting screens, optical sorters, magnetic separation pulleys, and heavy balers while maintaining consistent material feed rates. You perform routine equipment calibrations, clear conveyor belt jams safely, conduct commodity purity sampling checks, and log shift processing tonnages into facility management software. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site plant presence (zero remote options).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required; formal mechanical or technical training preferred. Requires 2+ years of machine operator experience in recycling, manufacturing, or material handling plants. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around heavy automated machinery is required. Includes competitive hourly wages, complete health/dental coverage, 401(k) company matching, paid vacation, and clear promotion paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sedalia Recycling Plant Operator with $22-$28/hr Pay | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $22 - $28. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Sedalia.
Where is this Sedalia Recycling Plant Operator with $22-$28/hr Pay | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Sedalia, MO. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Sedalia.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Sedalia Recycling Plant Operator with $22-$28/hr Pay | Hiring role?
Most Sedalia Recycling Plant Operator with $22-$28/hr Pay | Hiring positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Sedalia Recycling Plant Operator with $22-$28/hr Pay | Hiring position in Sedalia?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
