At First Star Recycling, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive resource management services to homeowners, businesses, and municipalities in Nebraska and Iowa. Our mission is to make recycling easier and more economical for our customers, while promoting sustainable practices and reducing waste in our communities.
Our History
First Star Recycling was formed in 1997 with the goal of enhancing Nebraska's recycling infrastructure. Since then, we have grown to become the leader in Omaha recycling, processing recyclables for customers throughout the Midwest and marketing close to 100,000 tons annually to end users across the country and internationally. Our state-of-the-art mechanical sorting process is the largest in Nebraska, providing both commercial and residential customers with a convenient and comprehensive means to recycle.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services designed to help our customers manage their waste more effectively. Our residential recycling services are available to homeowners in the City of Omaha, Lincoln, and beyond, making it easy and convenient for individuals to recycle. For businesses, we provide customized waste management plans that help maximize recycling potential, reduce landfill waste, and improve the bottom line. Our comprehensive suite of resource management services includes grant writing, material brokerage, zero-waste programs, recycling training, recycling audits, and recycling education services.
Our Vision
At First Star Recycling, we are passionate about promoting sustainable recycling practices and making a positive impact on our environment. We believe that recycling is an essential step towards reducing waste, conserving natural resources, and creating a more sustainable future. Our experienced professionals are dedicated to providing exceptional service, expertise, and education to help our customers achieve their recycling goals.
Overall Experience
The reviews highlight a mix of positive and negative experiences at the recycling center. Some drivers had a smooth and efficient experience, while others faced long wait times, poor facilities, and unfriendly staff.
Positives
- Friendly staff and polite communication
- Fast loading and unloading times for some drivers
- Easy access and convenient location
- Appreciation for the recycling center's environmental efforts
Negatives
- Long wait times, with some drivers waiting for hours to get loaded or unloaded
- Poor facilities, including dirty and disorganized surroundings, lack of restrooms, and inadequate signage
- Unfriendly or unhelpful staff, including instances of damaged trailers and unresponsive management
- Inefficient loading and unloading processes, with some drivers experiencing long delays
Facilities and Equipment
- The recycling center's facilities were a common point of criticism, with many drivers commenting on the dirty and disorganized surroundings.
- Some drivers appreciated the convenience of the location, but others found the facilities to be inadequate.
Staff and Communication
- Staff friendliness and politeness were highlighted as a positive, but some drivers experienced unfriendly or unhelpful staff.
- Communication was generally seen as good, with drivers appreciating the polite and efficient communication from staff.
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