Yard Associate

Recycling Center Services - Traverse Bay, 3770 Blair Town Hall Rd., Traverse City, Michigan, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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 ourTeamMembers, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in ourTeamMembers and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Yard Associate

Work Schedule: 1st shift

The Yard Associate 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 (Non
  - Ferrous Metals) 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.
• Support staff when needed.
• Process cars.

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred.
• Equipment operation and preventative maintenance knowledge.
• 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.

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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