Recycling Technician

Company: Quad
Location: Waterford
Posted on: March 17, 2026

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: Sunday-Thursday Third Shift: 9 PM- 5AM 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.

Keywords: Quad, Berwyn , Recycling Technician, Accounting, Auditing , Waterford, Illinois