Impactful Recycling Sorter

Republic Services; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

401(k)

PTO

ESPP

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Sorter to safely and efficiently process incoming recyclable materials so that outbound commodities are acceptable for sale to brokers or mills. You will sort materials such as aluminum, plastic, glass and paper, deposit items into chutes, assist others, and stop conveyors in emergencies while following all safety policies.

The role requires prior experience in a recycling facility; benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) and PTO, with pay ranging from $17.55 to

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a Recycling Facility sorting recyclable materials.

Responsibilities

• Sort and segregate recoverable materials (e.g., aluminum, plastic, glass, paper, etc.) from incoming waste.
• Deposit recoverable materials safely and efficiently into appropriate chute.
• Assist other sorters on an as-needed basis with heavy or bulky items.
• Follow all Company safety policies and procedures, including stopping the conveyor belt in emergency situations.
• Inspect incoming loads for unacceptable waste; remove unacceptable items as required.
• Communicate with equipment operators regarding incoming loads of special waste or other loads that require special attention.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Recycling facility experience

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Sorter to safely and efficiently process incoming recyclable materials so that outbound commodities are acceptable for sale to brokers or mills. You will sort materials such as aluminum, plastic, glass and paper, deposit items into chutes, assist others, and stop conveyors in emergencies while following all safety policies.

The role requires prior experience in a recycling facility; benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) and PTO, with pay ranging from $17.55 to