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Local Job Overview: Westfield
Role in Westfield: Compost Facility Operator Hiring Organization: Waste Management Location: Westfield, IN Status: New Westfield listing (actively interviewing).
Salary: $21-$27/Hour (approx. $51k/Year) Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package. Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
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This role centers on your professional skills within the Organics And Waste Management space in Westfield.
- This Westfield-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Westfield, IN is growing.
- Benefit from working in Westfield, a key hub for the Organics And Waste Management industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management operates large-scale commercial organic recycling and composting facilities that divert organic food waste and yard debris from landfills into nutrient-rich soil products.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Compost Facility Operator, you manage organic waste receiving, windrow compost pile monitoring, biological testing, and mechanical screening equipment operations. You inspect incoming organic waste loads, operate motorized windrow turners and compost trommel screens, and record moisture, temperature, and oxygen levels across active composting cells. Furthermore, you log biological curing metrics into environmental databases and assist with finished compost screening and bagging. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence at the composting facility (no work-from-home options).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Soil Science or Agronomy is a plus. Requires physical stamina to work outdoors across all seasonal conditions, ability to lift up to 45 lbs, and comfort operating outdoor industrial processing machinery. Offers competitive hourly base pay, full healthcare coverage, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and specialized biological operator certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Compost Facility Operator in Westfield | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $27. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Westfield.
Where is this Compost Facility Operator in Westfield | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Westfield, IN. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Westfield.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Compost Facility Operator in Westfield | Hiring role?
Most Compost Facility Operator in Westfield | Hiring positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Compost Facility Operator in Westfield | Hiring position in Westfield?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
