Impactful Recycling Sorter

Republic Services, Inc.; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health care and dependent care FSA

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Sorter to efficiently process incoming recyclable materials and ensure outbound commodities meet broker requirements.

You will sort materials like aluminum, plastic, glass, and paper, deposit them into chutes, and work with fellow sorters to handle heavy items while following safety policies. Responsibilities include inspecting loads, communicating with equipment operators, and performing additional duties as assigned.

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

Sorting recyclables

Recycling facility

Job description

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Sorter to efficiently process incoming recyclable materials and ensure outbound commodities meet broker requirements.

You will sort materials like aluminum, plastic, glass, and paper, deposit them into chutes, and work with fellow sorters to handle heavy items while following safety policies. Responsibilities include inspecting loads, communicating with equipment operators, and performing additional duties as assigned.