Warehouse Sorter

Great Company to work for!!! * * * * * * 2nd Shift Sorter (1:15pm-9:45pm) * * * * * 

Position Summary:

Sorter is responsible for overseeing and performing various tasks/job duties related to the operations support and coordination throughout the recycling center, including but not limited to, inventory control, quality control and safety compliance.

Tasks:

• Sort and segregate recoverable materials (e.g.. aluminum, plastic, glass, paper, etc.) from incoming waste, or remove non-recyclable materials.
• Deposit recoverable material safely and efficiently into appropriate chute.
• Assist other sorters on an as-needed basis with heavy or bulky items.
• Increase production of the sort line by minimizing down time and providing training to sorters on the line.
• Ensure compliance with all safety rules regarding the sort line; including stopping the conveyor belt in emergency situations.
• Inspect and remove jams on the sort line.
• Clean the automated sorting equipment on a daily basis, including screens, belly pans, and under the system, in addition to other light maintenance duties.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility during shift and perform end of shift cleaning
• Distinguish different types of recyclables (e.g., various types of plastic-PETE, HDPE; glass by color; aluminum from tin or bi-metal; paper-5 to 6 grads).
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.