Sorter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Incentive

Job summary

Casella in Lewiston, ME seeks a Sorter for our Material Recovery Facility. You will sort through recycled materials on the conveyor, inspecting items and placing them by commodity, size, or grade, while following safety protocols and PPE usage. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour with growth opportunities.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, teamwork, and the ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, and lifting. Pre-employment testing is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and be able to work in a team.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US and complete pre-employment testing.
• Ability to perform physical duties including standing, bending, lifting.

Responsibilities

• Sorts through recycled materials on the conveyor, placing items by commodity, size, and grade.
• Performs cleaning and housekeeping duties around plant equipment.
• Reports system problems to supervisor and maintains a clean work area.
• Participates in safety trainings and upholds PPE usage as part of safety culture.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Legally eligible to work in the US

Pre-employment testing

Job description

Position Summary

TheSorteris 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 starting at $16.00 per hour with growth opportunites.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs duties in a safeand efficientmanner,in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Ensures proper PPE is utilizedat all times and is continuously part of oursafetyculture.

• 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 housekeepingas required.
• Reports system problems immediately toSupervisor.
• 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 whohas 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.