Cedar Rapids, Iowa
PAPER AND PLASTIC RECYCLING
6281 N. Gateway Dr., Marion, IA | 319.382.2132
We provide services in Cedar Rapids, IA, at our industrial recycling facility. From there, we provide cardboard, paper, plastic, and metal recycling services to manufacturers and industrial clients throughout Iowa and surrounding states.
The 56,000 square foot plant’s location makes for quick access to I-380 and I-80.
Quincy Recycle’s Cedar Rapids facility opened in late 2016. Extensive dock areas provide all-weather access and trailer staging. Access to the scale is easy and clearly marked. Getting off the scale and on the road is simple.
The facility was completely renovated to provide maximum efficiency to the processing of incoming and outgoing material. We’re fully equipped to handle a wide range of industrial waste solutions. Our capabilities include cardboard and paper recycling, plastic scrap recycling, organic by-products solutions , and more. Companies that choose us for B2B recycling know that we can help them find the most effective methods for recycling and reuse of their byproducts and unwanted materials.
In addition to commercial recycling services, we help our clients meet their waste reduction and sustainability goals. We work with our recycling peers, finding ways to collaborate where possible to bring our clients the most value for their recycled materials.
FAQs
Are you able to help my business outside of the Cedar Rapids area?
We can. Our industrial recycling services are bolstered by our growing network of partners across the country.
Do you sell equipment for recycling?
Yes, we do. As a distributor of material waste and recycling disposal equipment, we can help you. Whether you’re a small or large company, we give you the option to buy, rent, or lease these machines from us.
We'd like to help you with your waste stream problems - contact us today!
Meet the Cedar Rapids, IA Team
Chad Crawford
General Manager
Chad is focused on growing the Quincy Recycle footprint in Iowa and surrounding states. He and his team bring value to Quincy Recycle customers by being a one-stop shop for all recycling streams, even non-traditional waste streams such as hazardous/non-hazardous waste. Timely pick-ups, transparent reporting, and excellent communication is the priority. Chad stays busy with golf, sports (Go Hawkeyes!), and family when not at work.
(563) 920.8157
ccrawford@quincyrecycle.com
Tyler Vandee
Operations Manager
Tyler brings 10+ years of experience in Production/Warehouse Management. He oversees the daily operations of the Cedar Rapids plant while focusing on safety and production. Tyler has an MBA in Leadership from the University of Iowa and spent eight years in the USMC Reserves with one deployment to Afghanistan. Tyler spends his free time coaching high school wrestling and two youth football teams. He enjoys working out, playing bags competitively, watching Cubs baseball with his wife and children. Even though he’s a White Sox fan, he enjoys Wrigley Field’s atmosphere. The family bleeds black and gold- Go Hawkeyes!
(319) 930.1982
tvandee@quincyrecycle.com
Brian Arroyo
Business Development
Brian takes pride in being able to solve waste stream problems for the companies that Quincy Recycle works with. Outside of work, he spends time golfing and coaching sports for his kids.
(319) 777.2241
barroyo@quincyrecycle.com
Alan Schumacher
Business Development
Alan assists business partners in developing procedures for recycling and waste processes, including marketing, disposal, and zero landfill initiatives. Alan has a deep history in the recycling industry and played a key role in establishing the Cedar Rapids, IA facility. He continues to be passionate about driving change in the industry. Alan is an active member of the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation, serves as the President of the Iowa Recycling Association, and has spent time lobbying for the continuation of the bottle redemption program in Iowa.
(319) 930.6332
aschumacher@quincyrecycle.com
Steve Skidmore
Business Development
Steve is responsible for partnering with companies to educate them on waste stream management and help improve their overall sustainability efforts. With an extensive history in Sales, Steve is committed to finding the best solutions for his clients. He has found that “if you research hard enough, most times you can find a viable alternative to landfilling materials”. When he’s not in the office, Steve enjoys bass fishing and has even gotten pretty good at it, with a record-setting 11-pound largemouth!
(816) 377.2006
sskidmore@quincyrecycle.com
Colin Malanaphy
Sales Coordinator
Colin manages and organizes logistics for brokerage accounts and serves as the primary point of contact for many customers – keeping everyone connected and informed. He has worked for Quincy Recycle since 2018 and has enjoyed having a front row seat to all the positive momentum in the industry and company. Colin has a passion for golf, enjoying a round or two in his free time.
(800) 311.6097
cmalanaphy@quincyrecycle.com
Examples of paper and fiber we recycle:
- Cardboard (OCC)
- Office paper, sorted office waste
- Mixed paper
- Newspaper (#8 and #9)
- Magazines
- Junk mail / old brochures
- Kraft rolls
- Paper cores
- Hard and soft back books
- News blank
- Coated sulfite
- Sorted white ledger (SWL)
Examples of plastic we recycle:
- #1 PET – polyethylene terephthalate
- #2 HDPE Color
- #2 HDPE Natural
- HDPE Miscellaneous Drums
- #3 PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
- #4 LDPE (low density polyethylene)
- LDPE Film
- #5 PP (polypropylene)
- #6 PS (polystyrene)
- Polycarbonate
- ABS
- Engineering Grade Plastics
National Network
Our national service network allows us to provide top-notch service across the country.