Project Associate, How2Recycle – Platform

Job Hours Type

Remote, Full Time

About GreenBlue

GreenBlue is an environmental nonprofit dedicated to the sustainable use of materials in society. We are a reliable, trusted source of information, bringing together a diversity of stakeholders to encourage innovation and best practices to promote the creation of a more sustainable economy.

How2Recycle, a project of GreenBlue, is the leading on-package recycling labeling system in the US and Canada that empowers consumers to recycle more and recycle better. We also provide design guidance to brands, retailers, and other industry players to responsibly design their packaging with end-of-life in mind.

The Opportunity

How2Recycle is looking for someone who will provide excellent support for this fast-growing program. The ideal candidate will serve a mission critical role by assisting with recyclability request processing and flexing across functions based on team needs. With a focus on learning, cross-training, and responsiveness, this role plays a vital role in maintaining team workflow and quality by stepping in where needed and building a strong understanding of core team functions. This remote position is suited for an individual interested in actively moving the needle in sustainable packaging.

You:

• Care deeply about the environment and are eager to make supply chains more sustainable
• Are value driven, creative, and bold
• Are a unified team player who celebrates uniqueness and everyone’s ability to meaningfully contribute
• Act with integrity and are committed to using good and fair judgment in all work situations
• Are a fast, thoughtful learner with a desire to continuously expand your knowledge base
• Organize and motivate yourself to work hard and meet your goals – Possess exceptional attention to detail
• Are both self-reliant and collaborative with others
• Are flexible and adaptive
• Enjoy both strategy and implementation
• Are comfortable with complexity and ambiguity
• Thrive when learning about a wide array of topics and also going deep into a single topic
• Possess a demonstrated passion or commitment to sustainability or related environmental issues
• Possess excellent research and analysis skills
• Possess excellent objective and persuasive writing skills
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess the ability to clarify, synthesize, and simplify complex ideas

Responsibilities:

• Accurately process recyclability platform requests, adhering to established turnaround times and guidance
• Support teammates by providing task coverage when needed, including work on comments, second looks, proofs, or label updates
• Assist in various areas of the platform workflow as cross-training is completed, allowing for flexible coverage across functions
• Communicate directly with members when needed and under the guidance of Project Managers, to help resolve requests or clarify submissions
• Partner with R&D and technical team members by escalating questions or gathering context for more complex or technical requests
• Communicate any limitations in knowledge, time, or task capacity to support appropriate workload distribution and quality assurance
• Assist in gathering information for or helping with the implementation of new guidance and internal process updates
• Participate in team meetings, info sessions, or training opportunities to build understanding of recyclability assessments and platform workflows
• Serve as a support resource for both day-to-day operations and special projects, while continuing to build autonomy and confidence in key tasks
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture by offering help where possible and sharing observations that may improve team processes or efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in packaging, material science, sustainability (or related field) or 5 years of comparable experience
• Fundamental understanding of the recycling system, packaging supply chain, or material science
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop
• Familiarity with Salesforce, Google Workspace, and project management tools (i.e. Click-Up)
• Background in packaging, UX/UI, project management, communication (or a combination)
• Experience communicating complex or technical topics to varied audiences

Benefits:

In addition to working with an amazing group of people, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Monthly wellness benefit
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays

Apply Today

Send your resume and cover letter jobs@greenblue.org and include How2Recycle – Platform in the subject line.

Equal Opportunity

GreenBlue is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We strongly encourage all qualified persons to apply for this position. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and the organization’s need. A 100% match is not required. We encourage applicants who have a diverse level and range of relevant skills and experiences to apply.