Recycling Sorting Specialist

Republic Services, Inc.; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

ESPP

PTO

Retirement match

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. in King of Prussia, PA is seeking a Sorter to safely and efficiently process incoming recyclable materials, ensuring outbound commodities meet sale standards for brokers or mills.

You will sort recoverables such as aluminum, plastic, glass, and paper, operate conveyors, assist with heavy items, follow safety policies, and help maintain clean, organized work areas while upholding Republic Services’ commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

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, Inc. in King of Prussia, PA is seeking a Sorter to safely and efficiently process incoming recyclable materials, ensuring outbound commodities meet sale standards for brokers or mills.

You will sort recoverables such as aluminum, plastic, glass, and paper, operate conveyors, assist with heavy items, follow safety policies, and help maintain clean, organized work areas while upholding Republic Services’ commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.