Sorter

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 22,041 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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.

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sorter at our Vermont MRF to sort recyclables, inspect items, and place materials on the belts based on commodity, size, and grade.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, the ability to work in a team, basic English communication skills, and the willingness to complete safety training; a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting).
• Legally eligible to work in the US and complete pre-employment testing.
• Good verbal communication and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Safety-focused mindset and ability to understand safety training.

Responsibilities

• Sorts assigned commodities consistent with facility goals.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Completes required safety trainings and attends monthly trainings.
• Reports system problems to Supervisor.
• Performs cleaning duties related to plant equipment and housekeeping.
• Participates in training opportunities to expand knowledge of the company and products.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Safety awareness

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position SummaryThe 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 is $18.50 per hour with room for advancement.

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 s afety c ulture.
• 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 value s.

Education, Experience & QualificationsThe 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.

AttributesSelf-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.