GreenWaste
Base pay range
$23.31/hr - $23.31/hr Title:
Sorter FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Reports To:
MRF Manager Pay:
$23.31/hr About The Company
GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees. Position Summary
GreenWaste is seeking to fill the position of Sorter to provide support to one or more facilities. This role’s main function will sort a variety of material that ranges from recyclables to trash in order to minimize contamination and to maintain high recyclable rates. Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures to ensure safety. Be able to extract at least 48 items per minute to maximize the recycling potential. Ability to follow directions, daily procedures, and protocols. Be able to work near others while sorting material from either side of the conveyor belt to increase productivity. Ability to stand and collect material for extended periods of time in front of a conveyor belt requiring the use of both hands with good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
The ability to distinguish between commodities with ease in order separate the material properly. The work habits to have are reliable transportation, be punctual, and reliable in order to minimize disruptions to the day-to-day operations. The ability to work as a team and work well with others. Language Skill
Proficiency in English and/or Spanish Physical Demands
Requires the ability to handle material weighing up to 50 lbs. so that the sort line does not pile up. Requires constant pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, and grasping material to prevent it from ending up in the wrong commodity container. Requires going up and down stairs in order to reach certain workstations. Work Environment
Requires working in a fast-paced work environment where there is exposure to loud noises, heat, cold, sharp objects, and odors. Requires the use of a hard hat, safety glasses, work boots, safety vests and gloves at all times. Work shifts vary. Regular workday may be anywhere from 4-12 hours depending on the daily tonnage. Working overtime is required. Equal Employment Opportunity
GreenWaste provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. E-Verify
This Organization Participates in E-Verify. Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify. Core Values
Integrity
Do what’s right for each other and our communities. Teamwork
Work together to help our communities thrive. Creativity
Experiment and try something new, big or small. Innovation
Champion ideas that drive sustainability every day.
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$23.31/hr - $23.31/hr Title:
Sorter FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Reports To:
MRF Manager Pay:
$23.31/hr About The Company
GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees. Position Summary
GreenWaste is seeking to fill the position of Sorter to provide support to one or more facilities. This role’s main function will sort a variety of material that ranges from recyclables to trash in order to minimize contamination and to maintain high recyclable rates. Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures to ensure safety. Be able to extract at least 48 items per minute to maximize the recycling potential. Ability to follow directions, daily procedures, and protocols. Be able to work near others while sorting material from either side of the conveyor belt to increase productivity. Ability to stand and collect material for extended periods of time in front of a conveyor belt requiring the use of both hands with good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
The ability to distinguish between commodities with ease in order separate the material properly. The work habits to have are reliable transportation, be punctual, and reliable in order to minimize disruptions to the day-to-day operations. The ability to work as a team and work well with others. Language Skill
Proficiency in English and/or Spanish Physical Demands
Requires the ability to handle material weighing up to 50 lbs. so that the sort line does not pile up. Requires constant pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, and grasping material to prevent it from ending up in the wrong commodity container. Requires going up and down stairs in order to reach certain workstations. Work Environment
Requires working in a fast-paced work environment where there is exposure to loud noises, heat, cold, sharp objects, and odors. Requires the use of a hard hat, safety glasses, work boots, safety vests and gloves at all times. Work shifts vary. Regular workday may be anywhere from 4-12 hours depending on the daily tonnage. Working overtime is required. Equal Employment Opportunity
GreenWaste provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. E-Verify
This Organization Participates in E-Verify. Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify. Core Values
Integrity
Do what’s right for each other and our communities. Teamwork
Work together to help our communities thrive. Creativity
Experiment and try something new, big or small. Innovation
Champion ideas that drive sustainability every day.
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