Recycling Sorter

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Dayton, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The shift for this position is Monday-Friday, 11:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

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
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