Conveyor Belt Operative / Sorters

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free teas and coffees

On-site parking

Staff canteen

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

Manpower UK in Leeds (LS11) is hiring Conveyor Belt Operatives / Sorters for a temporary role with a leading recycling firm. You will sort cartons, plastics, paper and aluminium on a belt, with seating available, and assist with housekeeping and site duties.

Working hours include Afternoon: 3:30pm–midnight and Night: midnight–7am, Mon–Fri, with overtime opportunities. Pay ranges from £13.17 to £15.20 per hour, depending on shift.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Safety-conscious, maintaining high standards at all times.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable and flexible, willing to work overtime.
• Comfortable working in a recycling environment with possible odours.
• Own transport or local living to the site is required.

Responsibilities

• Sort and process recyclable materials on a conveyor belt, with seating option.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping tasks on site.
• Assist with repacking, litter-picking and general site duties.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Safety-conscious

Fast-paced environment

Adaptable and flexible

Transport to site

Job description

Manpower UK seeks Conveyor Belt Operatives / Sorters for a temporary role in Leeds (LS11) with a leading recycling firm. Pay ranges from £13.17 to £15.20 per hour, based on shift. Duties involve sorting cartons, plastics, paper, and aluminium on a belt, with seating available, plus general housekeeping, litter-picking, repacking, and cleaning. Candidates should handle materials efficiently and safely. Shifts may include early starts or afternoons, so flexibility helps. This position suits those keen on contributing to sustainability efforts. Conveyor Belt Operatives / Sorters Join a leading recycling company and make a real difference! Manpower is currently recruiting Recycling Sorters / Site Operatives to join our client based in Leeds (LS11). This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an environmentally focused team that plays a key role in waste recycling and sustainability.

About the Role

You''ll be helping to sort and process various recyclable materials, including cartons, plastics, paper, and aluminium , ensuring they''re ready for onward recycling.

Your main duties will include:

• Working on a conveyor belt (with the option to sit)
• Sorting materials efficiently and safely
• Supporting general site operations such as housekeeping, litter-picking, repacking, and cleaning tasks

What We''re Looking For

• Reliable and punctual , with a strong work ethic
• Safety-conscious , maintaining high standards at all times
• Candiate who has experience working in fast pace environment
• Adaptable and flexible , with a willingness to work overtime when needed
• Comfortable working in a recycling environment (please note: the site can have specific odours due to the materials processed)
• Due to workign hours candidate MUST have own transport or live local to workplace.

Working Hours

Afternoon: 3:30pm until midnight (Mon-Fri )

Night shift: midnight until 7am (Mon-Fri )

Pay Rates

Afternoon - £13.17 + Overtimes paid at Time andamp; Half and Double

Night shift - £15.20 + Overtimes paid at Time andamp; Half and Double

This is a long-term ongoing position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Free teas and coffees
• On-site parking
• Staff canteen
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to build a career in the recycling and environmental sector