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Quad

Recycling Technician

Big Bend, WI · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Quad is seeking a full-time Recycling Technicians at our Franklin, WI facility. We have the following shift options to offer: Monday-Wednesday 5am-5pm, or Thursday-Saturday 5am-5pm Overtime is always ...

Coweta County

Recycling Center Attendant - PT

Newnan, GA · On-site

$14.75/hr

Essential Functions Monitors compactor/recycling sites at all times during regularly scheduled hours and ensures proper operation including placement of all trash and recyclables in designated ...

Mazza Recycling Services

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Recycling Sorter

Tinton Falls, NJ · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Mazza Recycling is hiring an Entry-Level Recycling Laborer in Tinton Falls, NJ. Pay starts at $17.00 per hour, with overtime opportunities, paid training, benefits, and room to grow. This is a great ...

Quad

Recycling Technician

Franklin, WI · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Quad is seeking a full-time Recycling Technicians at our Franklin, WI facility. We have the following shift options to offer: Monday-Wednesday 5am-5pm, or Thursday-Saturday 5am-5pm Overtime is always ...

Maine Recycling

Recycling Warehouse Laborer

Bangor, ME · On-site

$16.75/hr

About the Job We are looking for a recycling warehouse laborer, an entry-level position to join our team. Hiring immediately with nights and weekends off. Shift: 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.

Christensen Recycling

CHRISTENSEN RECYCLING

Sayreville, NJ · On-site

$750 - $1.5K/wk

Must have a CLEAN driving record, ability to drive Ford F550 truck and be able to pass a drug test Christensen Recycling is a Scrap Metal Recycling Company that purchases Scrap Metal from Automotive ...

K&L Recycling

Recycling Center Manager

Palestine, TX · On-site

$46K - $58K/yr

Join K&L Recycling, Anderson County Scrap as a Metal Recycling Facility Manager. Mission: K&L Recycling's mission is to create value for our customers and team members with honesty and integrity, to ...

K&L Recycling

Recycling Center Manager

Crockett, TX · On-site

$46K - $58K/yr

Join K&L Recycling, Houston County Scrap as a Metal Recycling Facility Manager. Mission: K&L Recycling's mission is to create value for our customers and team members with honesty and integrity, to ...

Seadrunar Recycling

Recycling Sorter

Seattle, WA

$23/hr

Description The Recycling Sorter is responsible for sorting recyclable materials and removing unacceptable materials from the recycling stream to ensure that the finished product meets industry ...

Schupan

Zero Waste and Recycling Coordinator

Wixom, MI · On-site

$16.50/hr

Title Zero Waste and Recycling Event Coordinator Classification Non-Exempt Reports to Director of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Position Type and Expected Work Hours Part-time / ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for recycling in the United States is $16.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the common day-to-day responsibilities of someone working in recycling?

In a recycling role, your daily responsibilities may include sorting and processing recyclable materials, operating machinery such as conveyors and balers, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. You may also be responsible for identifying and removing contaminants from recyclable streams, tracking inventory, and assisting with pickups or deliveries of recyclable goods. Teamwork is usually essential, as most recycling facilities rely on coordinated group efforts to meet processing goals. This role can be physically demanding and often involves working in warehouse or outdoor environments, but it offers the rewarding opportunity to make a positive environmental impact.

What is a Recycling job?

A recycling job involves collecting, sorting, and processing materials like paper, plastic, metal, and glass to be reused or repurposed. Workers may operate machinery, transport recyclables, or educate the public on proper waste disposal. These jobs help reduce landfill waste and promote environmental sustainability. Recycling positions can be found in waste management companies, municipal programs, and private organizations focused on sustainability efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Recycling position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Recycling role, you typically need physical stamina, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of waste management or environmental practices, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with sorting equipment, balers, forklifts, and safety protocols is also valuable, and some positions may require OSHA certification or machinery operation training. Strong teamwork, reliability, and communication skills help you stand out, as these roles often require close coordination with others. These abilities ensure that recyclable materials are processed safely and efficiently, maintaining high-quality standards and contributing to environmental sustainability.

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Recycling Technician

Recycling Technician

Quad

Big Bend, WI • On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

422nd of 527 rated manufacturers

Job description

Unleash Your Potential at Quad – Don't Miss Out!
 
Ready to supercharge your career and make a lasting impact?  At Quad, we're excited to welcome ambitious individuals who are driven to excel.  Are you mechanically inclined or maintenance-savvy?  Ready to take on a new challenge?  Look no further!  We're looking for motivated, detail-orientated individuals to join our team in Franklin, WI.  Your adventure to success begins now - grab this opportunity!

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Quad is a marketing experience company that helps brands make direct consumer connections, from household to instore to online. The company does this through its MX Solutions Suite, a comprehensive range of marketing and print services that seamlessly integrate creative, production, and media solutions across online and offline channels.  Supported by state-of-the-art technology and data-driven intelligence, Quad simplifies the complexities of marketing by removing friction wherever it occurs along the marketing journey.  With approximately 11,000 employees in 11 countries, we serve around 2,100 clients, including industry-leading blue-chip companies that serve both business and consumers in multiple industry verticals, with a particular focus on commerce, including retail, consumer packaged goods, and direct-to-consumer; financial services; and health.  Quad is ranked among the largest agency companies in the U.S. by Ad Age, buoyed by its full-service media agency, Rise, and creative agency, Betty. Quad is also one of the largest commercial printers in North America, according to Printing Impressions. 

Our 250,000 sq. ft. facility in Franklin, WI is a state-of-the-art packaging plant that serves a diverse range of clients, including local breweries, grocery stores, yogurt producers, automotive part suppliers, and well-known battery brands. We offer Sheetfed offset, and narrow-web flexo, along with die cutting and custom folding/gluing, all supported by advanced inline quality control systems. 

Quad is seeking a full-time Recycling Technicians at our Franklin, WI facility. 

We have the following shift options to offer:

Monday-Wednesday 5am-5pm, or Thursday-Saturday 5am-5pm 

Overtime is always a possibility, but never guaranteed.  Wages start between $18.00 - $21.00 / hour or more based on relevant work experience and stability with work history.  Other responsibilities of the position include:

  • Coordination of materials to be recycled within the plant using a forklift or tugger.
  • Removal of all recyclables from around the plant
  • Depositing recyclables into the recycling system
  • Operating the bailing and shredding system
  • Separating and storing the various grades of recyclables for shipment
  • Loading semi-truck trailers and rail cars
  • Complete basic forms for billing and service orders
  • Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
  • Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures.

Required Qualifications

  • Must be able to accurately complete billing and shipping forms.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to read and write; good verbal and written comprehension.
  • The ability to multi-task and prioritize job needs.
  • Ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously and up to 50 pounds, occasionally.
  • Daytime hours, working 40 hours per week. 
  • Must be able to climb ladders above 12 feet high with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior forklift or heavy machinery operation is preferred, but Quad is willing to train the right candidate.

Additional Information

The actual rate of pay offered will vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime and shift differentials. Quad offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, annual discretionary match to 401(k) based on company performance, life insurance, and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus childbirth short-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, adoption & surrogacy benefits, pet insurance and more!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with Quad, apply today and become part of a team that values growth, innovation, and your potential to excel.

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