Material Handler - Sorter

Bee Green Recycling & Supply • Full-time • Oakland • 7m ago

THE POSITION:

A Sorter is responsible for removing recyclable materials out of debris, to be processed for recycling. This is a very fast paced work environment. This position is physically demanding, in all weather conditions, and involves lifting and standing the entire shift. Sorters must interact well with customers and assist customers with unloading material from vehicles as allowed. Position requires candidate to be trustworthy, reliable, and hardworking – must take initiative, problem solve, and be a team player for a busy recycling company.

Requirements

- Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertion, including standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 75 lbs.)
- Ability to be alert and aware of your surroundings and remain safe.
- Exhibit the ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials and trash.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions with exposure to heat, cold, wind, and rain.
- Self-starter, strong work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Good verbal communication skills for effective and professional communication with customers and staff, and able to follow verbal instructions.
- A least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States

Core Respsonsibilities

- Do all work in alignment with company mission and core values.
- Sort a variety of recycled materials as instructed, such as: concrete, metal, glass, dry wall, carpet, plastic, wood, roofing material, and green waste into designated containers or locations.
- Direct customers and vendors to proper loading/unloading areas; assists customers and vendors with unloading and loading recycling materials.
- Maintains an excellent safety, attendance and work quality record.
- Take initiative to help to maintain a clean facility by sweeping, picking up, straightening, etc.
- Break down mattresses and box springs into their component parts and deliver to appropriate bins.
- Sort metals to separate high-grade metals, such as copper, brass, and aluminum, for recycling.
- Works in a safe, professional manner (which includes following all stated company policies and following all “common sense” precautions) to safeguard the health of themselves, coworkers, customers, vendors, AND to prevent damage to equipment, goods, property, and the environment.
- Report any unsafe conditions, accidents, or near misses immediately to supervisor.
- Maintain clean break room and work area.
- Perform duties in a safe and alert manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and Bee Green Recycling & Supply’s safety policies

$18 - $21 an hour

About Bee Green

Since 2008, Bee Green has grown into a hive of activity, meeting a variety of needs in the construction and landscaping industry through our Recycling Facilites, Landscape Materials Supply Yard, Outdoor Power Equipment Dealership & Service Center, and Roll-Off Debris Box Service

Mission:

Helping You Succeed... Professionally. Personally. Spiritually

We believe all people are made in the image of God and are to be treated with dignity, worth, and purpose.

We serve, support, and protect our customers, coworkers, vendors, and community.

Core Values:

Live with Integrity

Provide Excellent Service

Strive for Continual Improvement

Work Safely

Steward All Resources & Abilities Well

THIS IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, sex (includes pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), disability (mental and physical), medical condition, age (40 or older), genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or on the basis of any other legally protected reason.

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