Recycling Sorter
The MRF Sorter I is responsible for sorting recyclable and non-recyclable materials on a conveyor belt in the MRF facility and on MRF equipment. Sorters visually inspects, sorts, pulls, separates and cleans recyclable and non-recyclable materials on the MRF tip floor, MRF sort lines or other areas as assigned and performs other manual labor work as assigned. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Inspect materials and sort recyclable items or materials into designated areas according to type, size, condition, color, or paper grade.
- Be ready to work by arriving to position on the line on time in proper clothing with all PPE in place at the beginning of the shift and after breaks and lunch.
- Report malfunctions and/or repair requirements to a Supervisor or designee.
- Ensures compliance with Lock Out Tag Out and all other MRF safely policies and procedures.
- Maintains workspaces clean and free of debris. Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping inside and outside of the MRF.
- Lifts and moves objects from MRF tip floor and/or sort lines, with assistance.
- Assists in loading and unloading trucks.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Reliable, good attendance, punctual
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others.
- Positive attitude and excellent customer service.
- Ability to read, speak, and understand English
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work near or around high-powered magnets, which prohibits persons with pacemakers to be near them.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lb. unassisted at times
- Safely operate broom, shovel, rake, screwdriver, pliers and other non-mechanical hand tools
- Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks primarily involving physical strength, manual dexterity and coordination.
- Not sensitive to motion sickness or strong odors
- Ability to constantly bending and twist, reaching and grabbing with hands, walk up and down stairs several times per day, sit, stand, bend, climb, and squat for long periods of time (up to 10 hours/day)
- Work in confined spaces and in high work areas.
Working Environment:
- Work outdoors and indoors, under such conditions as inclement weather, extreme heat, extreme cold, dust, chemicals and noise from equipment operation, and strong odors
- Must wear appropriate required uniform and personal protective equipment.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Possess a high school diploma or GED, preferred
- Previous work experience performing manual labor preferred
- Must have a State or Federally issued identification card
Must be eligible to work in the United States