3,642 Recycling Sorters jobs in the United States
Recycling Sorters

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**Schedule** **- Monday - Friday - 6:00AM - 4:00PM**
**Functions and Responsibilities:**
+ Sorting Recycled material - able to identify and remove waste from recyclable products
+ Maintain a high level of job safety
+ Flexible with schedule and hours worked
+ Other duties as assigned
**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**
+ Able to give, take, and follow oral and written instruction
+ Able to communicate clearly, able to establish and maintain effective working relations
+ Able to participate in semi-skilled tasks - standing for an entire shift and lifting up to 50 lbs
+ Able to work as a team with a high degree of productivity
+ Able to make quick and accurate decisions
+ Able to solve problems
+ Able to read, understand, and apply safety rules and regulations
+ Able to wear respiratory PPE
+ Able to recognize machine jams
If you are interested in this position, please apply to this posting!
**Pay Details:** $20.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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Cleaner | Recycling Plant

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The Plant Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety throughout the Material Recycling Facility (MRF). This role supports daily operations by ensuring work areas are free of debris, hazards, and clutter, contributing to a safe and efficient environment.
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**
+ Clean and maintain floors, walkways, sorting areas, and equipment surfaces
+ Remove debris and recyclable materials from designated areas
+ Perform general custodial tasks including sweeping, mopping, and trash disposal
+ Assist with basic maintenance and upkeep of facility equipment
+ Follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE
+ Support other team members as needed to maintain operational flow
**Qualifications:**
+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor throughout the shift
+ Comfortable working in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures
+ Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
+ Safety-conscious and able to follow instructions precisely
+ Previous experience in industrial or custodial work preferred but not required
**Compensation & Benefits:**
+ **Hourly Rate:** $19/hour
+ **Benefits:** Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off
+ **Schedule:** Monday-Friday, with occasional weekends as needed
+ **Shift:** 7am - 6pm
_Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status._
Machine Operator Recycling Plant
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The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Machine Operator – Recycling Plant to work at a company located in the Dundee, MI area!
Job Title
Machine Operator – Recycling Plant
Position Location
Dundee, MI
Pay/hours for position
$18.75; Continental Shift 7-7:30 Day/Night; 3-2-2 Rotation
Requirements of position
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Forklift Experience required.
Responsibilities of position
What You'll Be Doing:
As part of our team, your role will be dynamic, hands-on, and crucial to keeping operations running smoothly. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Forklift Operation: Safely move materials and products throughout the facility—ensuring everything is in the right place at the right time.
- Machine Operation: Run and monitor essential recycling equipment like shredders, balers, and conveyors to keep things moving.
- Load/Unload Machines: Manage the flow of materials by loading raw materials into machines and unloading processed recyclables.
- Performance Monitoring: Inspect equipment regularly, make necessary adjustments, and report any issues to the maintenance team for quick resolution.
- Material Sorting: Assist with sorting recyclables before and after processing to ensure high-quality output.
- Safety First: Always adhere to safety protocols and wear required PPE—your well-being is a top priority!
- Routine Inspections: Perform basic checks and maintenance on equipment, including cleaning and lubrication, to keep everything in top working order.
- Material Handling: Transport and store recyclables correctly, helping to maintain an organized and efficient work environment.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with your team to ensure smooth and efficient operations every shift.
- Environmental Impact: Follow recycling procedures to maintain standards, reduce contamination, and help make a positive impact on the environment.
The JobSquad Solutions Team is made up of experts around the country. Serving our local workforce communities is our passion.
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Recycling Plant Sorter Morrisville, NC
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Our client is looking for people to work as Sorters in their recycling and processing plant in Morrisville.
Pay rate is $14/hour.
Shift is Monday to Thursday, 7AM-6PM, Friday, 7AM-3PM.
No experience necessary, just a willingness and desire to show up and do the required work.
Requirements:
- Prior sorting experience or work as a trash thrower is a plus.
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to work in non climate controlled facility
- Can lift up to 50 pounds, as needed, and stand for your entire shift.
- Consent to a background check and drug screen
- Must have your own reliable transportation as this facility is not near any bus routes.
Required PPE:
Steel toed 6 inch boots
Long pants/ long sleeves (No rips/No tears) No loose fitting clothing
Rest of the PPE is provided by the site.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly over the course of an 8 hour shift?
- Do you have your own reliable transportation?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Morrisville, NC 27560 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Morrisville, NC 27560: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Recycling Plant Sorter- Tampa MRF
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Job description Our client is seeking individuals to work as sorters at its recycling and processing facility in Tampa, FL. The pay rate is $14/hour. Shift is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to close. No experience is necessary, just the willingness and desire to show up and do the required work.
Requirements:
- Previous experience sorting or working as a trash hauler is a plus.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work in non-temperature-controlled facilities.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, as needed, and remain standing for the entire shift.
You must your have own reliable transportation, as this facility is not near any bus routes.
Required PPE: 6-inch steel-toe boots. Long pants/long sleeves (no rips or tears). No loose clothing. All other PPE is provided by the site. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $4.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1 .00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to lift up to 50 pounds consistently over a 8-10 hour shift?
- Do you have your own reliable transportation (not Uber or Lyft)?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Tampa, FL 33606
Work Location: In person
Recycling Plant Sorter COCOA, Florida
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Our client is looking for people to work as Sorters in their recycling and processing plant in Cocoa, Florida.
Pay rate is $14/hour.
Shift is Monday to Friday 2nd shift, 2:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
No experience necessary, just a willingness and desire to show up and do the required work.
Requirements:
- Prior sorting experience or work as a trash thrower is a plus.
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to work in non-climate controlled facility
- Can lift up to 50 pounds, as needed, and stand for your entire shift.
- Consent to a background check and drug screen
- Must have your own reliable transportation as this facility is not near any bus routes.
Required PPE:
Steel toed 6 inch boots
Long pants/ long sleeves (No rips/No tears) No loose fitting clothing
Rest of the PPE is provided by the site.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- 2nd Shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly over the course of an 8 hour shift?
- Do you have your own reliable transportation?
Shift availability:
- 2nd Shift (Required)
Forklift Operator- Savannah, GA Recycling Plant
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Our Georgia Pacific Recycling is seeking a Forklift Operator to work in our Savannah, GA facility. This role supports the sustainability efforts of Georgia-Pacific by loading and unloading shipments.
Compensation: $18 - $20 based on experience
Schedule:
- 2nd shift (2 pm-10:00 pm)
- * This role may work OT, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Address: 2495 Tremont Rd. Savannah, GA 31405
Basic Qualifications:
- One (1) year of previous forklift operator/clamp truck operator experience
- Experience working in an industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or military environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience operating tractor trailers
- Prior leadership experience.
What You Will Do (Includes but is not limited to):
- Safely operate a sit-down lift to load and unload trailers, containers and/or railcars.
- Operate Lift Truck with Forks and Roll Clamp. Operate Yard Truck to move containers/trailers as required.
- Maintain accurate record keeping for all inbound and outbound shipments.
- Work collaboratively with other team members.
- Ensure a safe work environment throughout the facility by removing debris from areas within the warehouse.
- Identify issues that potentially effect on-time shipment and customer satisfaction.
- Re-label products.
- Haul product while driving backwards.
- Unload trucks and railcars.
- Flow to the work between loading and unloading as needed.
Other Considerations:
- Understand written work instructions and procedures necessary to safely complete daily tasks regarding process operation and control.
- Maintain written records and logs.
- Communicate with co-workers and contractors/drivers to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate operations.
- Perform clean-up work requiring sweeping, and/or shoveling (up to approx. 30 lbs.) as needed.
- Ability to comprehend and complete all electronic system steps and paperwork required to successfully fulfill the loading/unloading process.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
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All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
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Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
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Forklift Operator- Savannah, GA Recycling Plant
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Sorter - 1st Shift - 18.60/hr - Recycling Plant
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Company Statement: Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Overview:
Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Sorter based in York, PA, at the Recycling Plant.
We have an opening for 1st Shift, which operates 6
:48 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
The starting pay for this position is $18.60 per hour.
Weekly Pay and Benefits Effective Day One and Vacation after 90-days
Responsibilities
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Sort raw materials on the production lines for processing.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Sort contamination out of raw materials
- Sort raw material colors
- Perform housekeeping duties as assigned by supervisors
- Clean out dryers on blade changes and blade rotations
- Keep work station clean
- Follow all safety regulations and requirements
- Train fellow employees as requested
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
Previous manufacturing experience a plus.
Requirements
Production Specialists are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
- Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
- Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.
Compensation Statement: The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience. Benefits Statement: Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements. EEO Disclaimer: Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Sorter - 1st Shift - $18.60/hr - Recycling Plant
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Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life.
For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here.
At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce.
We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do-together-to create a better tomorrow.
**Overview**
**Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Sorter based in York, PA, at the Recycling Plant.**
**We have an opening for 1st Shift, which operates 6** **:48 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday.**
**The starting pay for this position is $18.60 per hour.**
**Weekly Pay and Benefits Effective Day One and Vacation after 90-days!**
**Responsibilities**
**PRIMARY FUNCTION:**
Sort raw materials on the production lines for processing.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
1. Sort contamination out of raw materials
2. Sort raw material colors
3. Perform housekeeping duties as assigned by supervisors
4. Clean out dryers on blade changes and blade rotations
5. Keep work station clean
6. Follow all safety regulations and requirements
7. Train fellow employees as requested
8. Other duties as assigned by supervisor
**Qualifications**
Previous manufacturing experience a plus.
Production Specialists are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:
+ Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
+ Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
+ Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
+ Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
+ Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.
**Compensation Statement**
The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.
**Benefits Statement**
Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.
**EEO Disclaimer**
Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
**Location : Physical Work Location Display Name** _York, PA_
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**Category** _Manufacturing_
**Type** _Full-Time_
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