Sorter

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Apalachin (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K

Employee Awards

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Incentive

Tuition Assistance

Career Pathways

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Sorter for our Material Recovery Facility in Apalachin, NY. The role involves sorting recyclable materials on a conveyor, inspecting items, and placing them into designated areas by commodity, size, and grade.

You will work safely, wear PPE, and participate in ongoing training to uphold Casella’s safety culture and operational goals. A high school diploma or GED is required, and strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented candidate with ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal communication and reading comprehension in English.
• Strong focus on safety and following instructions.

Responsibilities

• Sorts recyclable materials to designated areas based on commodity, size and grade.
• Operates safely complying with regulations and company policies.
• Wears required PPE and maintains safety culture at all times.
• Sorts and handles materials according to goals of the facility.
• Performs cleaning duties on plant equipment and general housekeeping.
• Reports system problems to Supervisor promptly.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Completes initial safety training and attends ongoing trainings.
• Maintains excellent attendance and safety records.
• Participates in training to expand knowledge of company, products, and services.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal communication

English language

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Sorter is responsible for sorting through recycled materials that come into the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) as they move along the conveyor belt, inspecting items, and placing items or materials into designated area according to commodity, size, condition, and/or grade.

Hiring rate: $16.00 per hour#INDSJ

Key Responsibilities

• Performs duties in a safe and efficient manner, in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Ensures proper PPE is utilized at all times and is continuously part of our safety culture.
• Sorts out assigned commodities in a manner that it consistent with the goals of the facility.
• Performs cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping as required.
• Reports system problems immediately to Supervisor.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Completes all required initial Safety Training and attends all monthly trainings provided.
• Maintains an excellent attendance record and an excellent safety work quality record.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment, and the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including, standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying and climbing). The candidate must be legally eligible to work in the US and complete pre-employment testing.

Good verbal communication skills, the ability to follow verbal and written instructions, a focus on safety, and the ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials are required. The ability to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, instructions, signs, signals and safety training is vital.

Attributes

Self-starter, team-oriented individual who has an aggressive work ethic, adaptable, and is open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Maternity & Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounted Stock Program
• 401K
• Employee Awards
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Wellness Incentive
• Tuition Assistance
• Career Pathways
• and More