Recycling Sorter

About the role

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!

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

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

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs frequently
• Continuous standing, walking, and occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Continuous lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 10 lbs
• Frequent lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 75 lbs
• Frequent working outside
• Continuous working in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Continuous working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Rarely climbing and/or balancing
• Rarely sitting
• Continuous standing
• Frequent walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects

• Exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language