Recycling Sorting Specialist – Safe, Impactful Work

Republic Services; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability

Retirement match

ESPP

PTO

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

Republic Services in Memphis is seeking a Sorter to safely and efficiently sort incoming recyclable materials, including aluminum, plastic, glass and paper, to ensure outbound commodities meet broker and mill specifications.

You will deposit materials into the correct chute, assist with heavy items, and communicate with equipment operators about special loads, all while following safety policies. This is a hands-on, team-driven role.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a recycling facility sorting recyclables.
• Ability to sort aluminum, plastic, glass, and paper efficiently.
• Commitment to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sort and segregate recoverable materials from incoming waste.
• Deposit materials into the appropriate chute safely and efficiently.
• Assist other sorters with heavy or bulky items as needed.
• Inspect loads for unacceptable waste and remove it as required.
• Communicate with equipment operators about special loads.
• Follow all safety guidelines and stop the conveyor in emergencies.

Skills

Recycling experience

Material sorting

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Job description

Republic Services in Memphis is seeking a Sorter to safely and efficiently sort incoming recyclable materials, including aluminum, plastic, glass and paper, to ensure outbound commodities meet broker and mill specifications.

You will deposit materials into the correct chute, assist with heavy items, and communicate with equipment operators about special loads, all while following safety policies. This is a hands-on, team-driven role.