A Recycling Specialist assumes responsibility for recycling waste and takes charge of developing policies that can help people to recycle in a better way. Working for the local authorities, the specialists develop and implement effective policies, give advice to the public, and run events and programs to promote recycling. Other typical tasks are listed on the Recycling Specialist Resume as – managing contractors; responding to queries from the public; maintaining budgets; monitoring facilities, keeping records; preparing reports, plans, displays and publicity materials; and managing the community recycling initiatives.
While hiring for this post, recruiters commonly look for candidates with the following skills – project management skills; interpersonal skills; excellent problem-solving skills; confidence in giving talks, and willingness to work outside office hours. Good verbal and written communication skills are also needed. A degree is not a mandatory requirement, however, qualifications in earth science, environmental science, or biology can strengthen the job application.
Objective : Looking for a Recycling Specialist positon within your company where I can make the most of my physical and mental capabilities in order to smooth out daily functions.
Skills : Inventory, Labor, Warehouse, Forklift And Pallet Jack.
Description :
Responsible for opening and closing replant or traditional recycling centers as scheduled and mandated by the State and the Company.
Purchased aluminum cans, plastic bottles, and glass bottles from the public, ensuring proper customer service.
Inspected, sorted, correctly identified, and carefully weighs materials, calling out each weight and verbalizes transaction to the customer.
Demonstrated reverse vending machines for customers at planet recycling centers.
Issued a voucher for the recycled material or pays escape cash.
Responsible for sorting and crushing glass bottles.
Performed daily cleaning and maintenance of equipment and reports any problems.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : Gain valuable experience to improve my future in an industry where my customer service, communication and organizational skills will be a positive asset. Use knowledge received from current/previous academic classes to benefit a corporation or organization.
Skills : Florida Master Naturalist Program, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills.
Description :
Oversaw recycling outreach programs: residential private, commercial, schools, and state.
Prepared and present recycling/environmental presentations to all sectors of the community o Compile, track, document recycling data.
Resolved internal and external customer recycling requests or complaints daily.
Conceptualized, composed, and implemented State Innovative Recycling Grant.
Published press releases pertaining to community recycling programs through the direction of City Public Information Officer.
Coordinated city-wide waste reduction/recycling special events Earth Day & America Recycles Day.
Researched recycling markets and implement new programs in a cost-effective manner.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : Creatively passionate, budding designer and marketing professional. Attested adaptability in the field; creatively self-driven, with experience performing under minimal supervision. Self-reliant team player, with an attention to detail and an eye for new experiences.
Skills : Self Manager Teamwork Organization Trustworthiness And Ethics Ability To Work Under Pressure Mathematics.
Description :
Received Customers(recyclers), Weigh out commodities ie.
Oversaw residential drop-off centers incorporating special waste components.
Served in revising city ordinance to produce an improved effective and goal-oriented program.
Responsible for opening and closing the recycling center as scheduled and mandated by the State and the Company.
Operated as a contractor to Montgomery County, MD Division of Solid Waste Services, Business Recycling Program (SORRT) Developed and executed.
Assisted customers with their recycling beverage containers, sort recycling beverage containers, and operate reverse vending machines.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : Seeking a Recycling Specialist position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills, etc,.
Skills : Computer Data Entry, MS Office, Recycling Skills.
Description :
Responsible for opening and closing traditional recycling centers as scheduled and mandated by the State and the Company.
Inspected materials, sorts, and correctly identify and accurately weighs materials, calling out each weight and verbalizes transaction to the customer.
Assisted customers with their recycling beverage containers and on how to perform reverse vending machines.
Consulted clients nationwide on establishing electronic waste recycling programs and policies, drafted and negotiated e-waste recycling service.
Purchased Aluminum cans, Bottles, Plastic from the public, ensuring excellent customer service Issue vouchers for recycled materials Perform general.
Consistently acquired new sites to place recycling containers for used clothes - 20 new sites per month Mapping out instructions on where containers.
Assisted in monitoring and evaluating activities related to Pepsi Performed technical and support environmental specializing in recycling Sorted.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Recycling Specialist Resume
Summary : Self-motivated and team-oriented individual with 10 years experience in high speed production environments. Passionate about managing machine operations, with a strong interest in embodying professionalism and delivering accurate results.
Skills : Bilingual, Forklift Operator, Microsoft Office 365, Customer Service, Mac OS X, Report Writing, Security, Time Management, Janitorial, Computer Hardware, Computer Software.
Description :
Interfaced with vendors and plant personnel.
Maintained a clean and organized work area.
Assisted in other areas when needed.
Operated aft blades on a refuse truck for compacting trash from residential and commercial accounts Collected recyclables (paper, plastic, and cans).
Operated bailer system -recycle sorter -forklift driver accomplished to create better teamwork among co-workers.
Responsible for Opening/closing of Facility Inspect and sort Merchandise from the public Stored recyclable material in a safe manner.
Operated a safe environment for families to recycle.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
GED
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : As a Recycling Specialist, responsible for Refusing and Recycling Program, carring out investigations, reporting incidents to PM and enforce compliance with solid waste rules, regulations, policies, and recycling programs, etc,.
Skills : Communication Skills, Customer Service Skills, Development Skills.
Description :
Investigated complaints regarding the caliber or deficiencies attributed to the disposal of refuse or recycling collection practices such as garbage spills, contaminated recycling bins and/or containers, and drop-off center cleanliness.
Determined the root cause of deficiencies and initiating corrective action to employees.
Communicated with customers regarding the proper techniques for disposing of refuse and recyclables, respond to all complaints, and prepare written responses on all Contract Deficiency Reports.
Educated customers on solid waste programs, and assists in developing educational materials regarding departmental programs.
Assisted Project Manager during special events and or customer events onsite.
Provided flyers to the customer regarding solid waste and other unacceptable materials and inform the customer about proper disposal and recycling methods during waste load inspections.
Maintained records and prepares reports by making appropriate forms and/or input data into the database.
Conducted inspections on waste loads from all types of waste generators to ensure that dangerous waste and prohibited materials are not inadvertently landfilled.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : Motivated and highly productive Recycling Specialist professional with a recycling background. Detail-oriented with strong skills in multi-tasking and efficient management of day-to-day office operations. Adept at building and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and outstanding interpersonal skills.
Scheduled, conducted, and documented surveillance inspections, proposed recommendations to continuously improve Quality, and conduct trend analysis.
Represented the company to the customers in matters of solid waste field operations regarding customer service, safety, and operational issues. Ensure improvements are initiated to eliminate continuing problems.
Attended site inspections with the customer, regulatory agencies, etc.
Enforced proper safety standards and precautions. Provided Safety Training to all onsite employees. Has the authority to direct production employees to take immediate corrective action on minor deficiencies.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Communications
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : Strong analytical skills and communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to work cross-functionally to identify solutions to mitigate shrink, theft, and fraud and create safe work environments. Highly developed interpersonal skills for dealing with sensitive and controversial issues.
Skills : Physical Abilities, Strong Customer Service Skills, Interpersonal Skills.
Description :
Offered good customer service, handle vouchers, and any money given to customers, assist with recycling goals and expectations.
Stocked products and put away shipments when they were received.
Order picked on pallet jack for customers in a timely manner.
Responsible for the proper and safe use of equipment.
Determined proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facilities.
Examined also inspected stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors.
Assisted with the direction to another stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard workers.
Retrieved and inspected recycled materials (aluminum, glass, & plastic).
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : Secure the Recycling Specialist position of fiber optics/premise cabling technician in a reputed company that utilizes my training in premise cabling and fiber optics to include fiber terminating, splicing and installation.
Identified various metals (copper, brass, aluminum, and steel, etc.) and allocated locations for scrap metals in containers.
Required education awareness at the client site to enhance and increase diversion goals.
Pulled out the material and paid the customer their worth.
Served to repair and servicing account areas.
Processed customer recyclables.
Managed special entire site's operation.
Completed all supervisory work in accordance with strict CalRecycle standards.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Recycling Specialist Resume
Objective : As a Recycling Specialist, responsible for involving the operation of a large roll-off container truck in the completion of recycling collection routes, emptying roll-off containers at Landfill, etc,.
Skills : Computer Data Entry, Customer Service, Management Skills.
Description :
Represented the company to the client in matters of solid waste field operations regarding customer service, safety, and operational issues.
Investigate and take appropriate action in response to client complaints or inquiries. Ensured improvements are initiated to eliminate continuing problems.
Enforced proper safety standards and care.
Ensured waste disposal activities are in compliance with health, federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the collection and disposal of all solid waste, including overseeing the preparation and maintenance of compliance reports and records.
Prepared records and monthly client reports on disposal activities, such as quantities of waste handled, receipts from operations, actions are taken, etc. Maintain all Quality Control records.
Enforced education awareness at the client site to enhance and increase diversion goals.
Researched improvement opportunities for efficiencies in the ISWM program.
Performed waste audits and implements changes to increase diversion goals.
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