Recycling Sorter

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Saint Bernard, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team! Recycling Sorters work as quality control line workers by hand sorting recyclable materials and trash from the recycling stream. Sorters are responsible to ensure unacceptable materials are removed from recycling so that recyclable materials are acceptable for sale to mills or brokers.

Requirements

Ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials
Self-starter, aggressive work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to understand and comply with safety protocols
Good verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with other personnel and management
Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs
Frequently working outside
Continuously working in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
Rarely climbing and/or balancing
Rarely sitting
Continuously standing
Frequently walking
Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
Exposure to residential and commercial waste
Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language

Responsibilities

Perform sorting duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
Utilize proper PPE and comply with Lock Out Tag Out procedures consistently
Inspect materials and sort items or materials into designated areas according to type, size, condition, color, or paper grade
Pull contaminants out of paper or off of floor
Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping
Report system problems immediately to management
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and surrounding area
Dump boxes and containers of material into designated area(s)
Perform other duties as assigned