Description
Summary:
This hands-on, physical role involves sorting and classifying recyclable materials in an environment with strong odors and varying temperatures.
Highlights:
1. Hands-on role in a global recycling company
2. Opportunity to learn proper sorting classifications
3. Team-player attitude encouraged
Title: Recycling Sorting & Processing Associate (1st or 2nd Shift) – Bronx
Pay: $17.00/hour
Type: Full-time
Location: Bronx, NY
Shifts:
---1st Shift: 6:30 AM until completion
---2nd Shift: 3:00 PM until completion
Position Summary:
A global recycling company is hiring Sorting & Processing Associates to help separate and classify recyclable materials. This is a hands-on, physical role in an environment with strong odors and exposure to hot/cold conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
-- Sort and separate recyclable materials (e.g., plastic and glass bottles) from debris
-- Identify materials and learn proper sorting classifications
-- Perform physical work including lifting, bending, sweeping, shoveling, and moving materials (under 40 lbs.)
-- Stand for extended periods (up to 4 hours at a time, depending on rotation and breaks)
-- Follow facility safety requirements and wear required PPE at all times (hard hat, gloves, sturdy work boots)
Required Qualifications
-- Must have experience with garbage sanitation and/or recycling and a high tolerance for strong odors
-- Able to meet the physical requirements listed above
-- Able to work in conditions exposed to odors and hot/cold weather
-- Team-player attitude
Preferred Qualifications
-- 1+ year experience in Sanitation, Construction/Demolition, or General Labor