Material Inspector

Recycling Center Services - Livonia, 12600 Stark Rd., Livonia, Michigan, United States of America

Posted Friday, December 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Our dedicated Customer Service Representatives / Material Inspectors are a critical piece of our business and enjoy the challenge to achieve and exceed our production goals. Their commitment to be the best they can be, focus on safety, attention to detail and quality have gotten us where we are today. We are looking for someone who is interested in more than just operating a piece of machinery but rather looking for ways to learn, grow and improve each day.

Be part of our sustainable team that makes it all possible!

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of our team members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our team members and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Schedule for Material Inspector / Customer Service Representative:

8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Friday

Position Summary for Material Inspector:

We are looking for someone energetic who loves interacting with people and customers face to face. You will be working outside most of the time to work with the truck drivers coming in. We are happy to train on equipment and our recycling business, and want a customer service representative who is seeking to learn and grow within a company.

The Material Inspector interacts with customers while inspecting various grades of material upon delivery into the yard. Sort and upgrade materials to meet quality standards per established protocols. Operate small equipment as needed to process and prepare material prior to shipment.

• Sort, process and inventory material by operating shears, balers, loaders and forklifts.
• Assist with the purchasing various grades of material from customers.
• Assist customers with the unloading of their material.
• Assist with the packing and loading of material prior to shipment.
• Operate crane as necessary to provide overflow coverage.

Qualifications for Material Inspector:

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred
• 2+ years working with customers face to face in high volume (automotive service desks, waiter/waitress, face to face sales is all good experience!)
• Basic computer skills
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Accuracy in operation and attention to detail
• Knowledge in inventory control

Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

Equal Opportunity Employer — PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or other protected characteristics.

Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

Recycling Center Services - Livonia, 12600 Stark Rd., Livonia, Michigan, United States of America