Baled OCC Buying
We support businesses with baled OCC/cardboard recycling, helping commercial facilities consolidate corrugated boxes and move post-industrial material more efficiently through reliable supply chain channels.
Streamline cardboard recycling for your Minneapolis facility with Take 2 Direct. We help businesses manage baled OCC/cardboard and post-industrial materials with practical supply chain expertise, responsive support, and solutions built for busy warehouses, 3PL operations, and distribution teams navigating Twin Cities volume, seasonality, and storage demands.

Practical cardboard recycling support for commercial facilities handling baled OCC and post-industrial materials.
We support businesses with baled OCC/cardboard recycling, helping commercial facilities consolidate corrugated boxes and move post-industrial material more efficiently through reliable supply chain channels.
For warehouses, 3PL companies, and distribution facilities, we help evaluate cardboard recycling needs within the realities of daily shipping, receiving, storage, and packaging workflows.
Take 2 Direct buys and sells post-industrial recycling materials, connecting cardboard recycling with broader solutions for plastic film, plastic pallets, packaging, and industrial supply needs.
Cardboard recycling works best when it supports your operation instead of disrupting it. Take 2 Direct helps Minneapolis-area warehouses, distributors, and 3PL teams manage baled OCC/cardboard within a broader supply chain strategy. With deep experience in pallets, packaging, shipping supplies, and post-industrial materials, our team helps simplify recycling decisions while keeping your facility focused on throughput.

Helping businesses simplify recycling, supply purchasing, and material management across major logistics markets.
Take 2 Direct helps businesses simplify recycling while improving overall supply chain efficiency.
Our team brings 100+ years of combined supply chain knowledge to material challenges.
We support Minneapolis warehouses and 3PL teams with practical recycling and supply solutions.
Access pallets, packaging, shipping supplies, and recycling support through one coordinated partner.
Midwest operations benefit from next-day delivery options and responsive material coordination.
Experienced supply chain leaders supporting commercial recycling needs.

Managing Director
Mike Schwietz serves as Managing Director at Take 2 Direct LLC, bringing seasoned leadership to the company's mission of delivering comprehensive supply chain solutions across the United States. With deep expertise in pallets, packaging, shipping, and industrial supplies, Mike plays a pivotal role in guiding the company's strategic direction and ensuring clients — from small startups to Fortune 500 companies — receive best-in-class service. He is part of a team that collectively holds over 100 years of combined supply chain experience, and he is committed to offering fresh solutions to complex logistics challenges. Mike's leadership helps Take 2 Direct maintain its reputation as a single-source provider that delivers cost savings and same-day shipping across major markets nationwide.

Director of Operations
Jameson F. Humber is the Director of Operations at Take 2 Direct LLC, overseeing the day-to-day logistics and operational excellence that keeps the company's supply chain running smoothly. Based out of Denver, CO, Jameson works to ensure that customers across markets including Los Angeles, Chicago, New York City, and Dallas receive their orders with speed and accuracy. He is instrumental in maintaining the company's commitment to same-day shipping on over 20,000 in-stock items and next-day delivery performance. As part of a team with over 100 years of combined supply chain experience, Jameson brings deep operational knowledge and a customer-first mindset to every challenge Take 2 Direct faces.

Marketing & Finance
Dawn McGreevey leads Marketing and Finance at Take 2 Direct LLC, playing a critical dual role in shaping the company's brand presence and ensuring sound financial operations. Her work supports Take 2 Direct's mission to position itself as the single source for pallets, packaging, shipping, and industrial supplies across the United States. Dawn helps communicate the company's key value propositions — including up to 30% cost savings over national catalog suppliers and same-day shipping availability — to a diverse client base ranging from 3PL companies and distribution facilities to Fortune 500 enterprises. Her commitment to clarity and strategic growth helps Take 2 Direct continue expanding its reach across all ten major service markets.

Regional Manager Southeast
Carl Blust serves as Regional Manager for the Southeast at Take 2 Direct LLC, overseeing client relationships and supply chain solutions across key markets including Atlanta, Charlotte, and Savannah. With a strong understanding of the region's logistics landscape, Carl works closely with businesses of all sizes — from local startups to large distribution facilities — to deliver cost-effective packaging, pallet, and industrial supply solutions. He is dedicated to ensuring that Southeast customers benefit from Take 2 Direct's competitive advantages, including next-day delivery and significant savings compared to national suppliers. Carl's regional expertise and hands-on approach make him a trusted partner for businesses looking to streamline their supply chain operations.

Regional Manager Texas / Midwest
David Roberts is the Regional Manager for Texas and the Midwest at Take 2 Direct LLC, serving clients across key markets including Dallas, Chicago, Minneapolis, and Denver. David brings extensive knowledge of supply chain operations to his role, helping businesses in his region access the most complete selection of pallets, packaging, shipping, and industrial supplies available. He works with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to growing distribution facilities, delivering tailored solutions designed to reduce costs and improve efficiency. David's customer-focused approach and deep regional expertise ensure that businesses across Texas and the Midwest receive the responsive, reliable service that Take 2 Direct is known for.

Regional Manager Southwest
Summer Smith serves as Regional Manager for the Southwest at Take 2 Direct LLC, managing client relationships and supply chain solutions across markets including Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, and surrounding areas. Summer is committed to helping businesses in the Southwest region leverage Take 2 Direct's extensive inventory of over 20,000 items, same-day shipping capabilities, and significant cost savings compared to national catalog suppliers. She works with a broad range of customers — from 3PL companies to large-scale distribution operations — providing personalized service and expert guidance on pallet, packaging, and industrial supply needs. Summer's regional focus and dedication to customer success make her an invaluable part of the Take 2 Direct team.
Yes, cardboard with typical packing tape, shipping labels, or small amounts of adhesive is often acceptable for commercial cardboard recycling. The most important requirement is keeping cardboard free of food residue, foam, excessive plastic wrap, metal straps, and wet contamination. For baled OCC/cardboard, cleaner and more consistent material is generally easier to evaluate and move through post-industrial recycling channels.
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Take 2 Direct supports major distribution and supply chain markets across the United States.
10 Regions
Service Markets
100+ Years
Experience
20,000+ Items
Inventory
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100+ years of combined expertise.
Single-source supply chain provider.
Trusted by varied business sizes.
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 720.230.6926.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 720.230.6926.