Recycling Sorter - Safe, Efficient Material Sorting

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include sorting materials such as aluminum, plastic, glass, and paper, depositing them into correct chutes, and assisting teammates with heavy items. Adherence to safety procedures is required to protect staff and equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in sorting recyclable materials in a recycling facility.
• Ability to sort, segregate and deposit materials safely.

Responsibilities

• Sort and segregate recoverable materials from incoming waste.
• Deposit recovered materials into appropriate chute safely and efficiently.
• Assist other sorters with heavy or bulky items.
• Follow safety policies including stopping conveyors in emergencies.
• Inspect loads for unacceptable waste and remove as required.
• Communicate with equipment operators about loads needing special attention.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Recycling facility experience

Job description

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

Responsibilities include sorting materials such as aluminum, plastic, glass, and paper, depositing them into correct chutes, and assisting teammates with heavy items. Adherence to safety procedures is required to protect staff and equipment.