Recycling Sorter

Key Works•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Recycling Sorter sorts recyclable materials and removes unacceptable materials from the recycling stream to ensure the finished product meets industry specifications. The role includes inspecting and sorting materials, removing contaminants, cleaning plant equipment, and maintaining an orderly work area. The position is full-time, scheduled Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and pays $23.00 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Ability to read, write, and speak English, including reading and writing simple instructions, business reports, or memos.
Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers, vendors, customers, and management.
Ability to apply basic algebra, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to follow written, oral, or diagram-form instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including lifting, pushing, pulling, unloading, dragging, and carrying 10 to 50 pounds of paper, cardboard, and other recycling.
Ability to perform duties involving sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting at the waist and knees, handling materials, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and talking or hearing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in a similar industry.

Responsibilities

Perform duties safely and comply with local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
Use required personal protective equipment and consistently follow lockout/tagout procedures.
Inspect materials and sort items into designated areas by type, size, condition, color, or paper grade.
Remove contaminants from the product stream or floor.
Clean plant equipment and perform general housekeeping duties.
Report system problems promptly to management.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and surrounding area.
Dump boxes and containers of material into designated areas.
Maintain excellent attendance, safety, and work quality records.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Operations Assistant.