Recycling Works / Waste Connections is hiring a 2nd Shift Recycling Sorter / General Laborer at our facility in Elkhart, Indiana.
If you're looking for a full-time, 2nd shift job with overtime opportunities , this could be a great fit. This is an active, hands-on position working in our recycling facility where you'll be on your feet throughout the shift , sorting recyclable materials and helping keep our operation running safely and efficiently.
Overtime is paid at time-and-a-half after 40 hours.
Schedule:
+ Monday through Friday
+ 2:00 PM start time
+ Typically finish around 12:00–12:30 AM
+ Occasional Saturdays as needed
+ Overtime paid at 1.5x your regular rate after 40 hours
What You'll Do:
+ Sort recyclable materials from a moving conveyor line and place materials into the appropriate areas.
+ Safely and efficiently process incoming recyclable materials.
+ Work as part of a team in a fast-paced recycling and production environment.
+ Remain on your feet throughout the shift while performing repetitive sorting and material-handling duties.
+ Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
+ Keep the recycling processing area, equipment areas, and outside yard clean and organized.
+ Assist with basic upkeep around the baler and conveyor line.
+ Perform general labor, cleanup, and custodial duties as needed.
+ Follow all company safety procedures.
+ Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
+ Ability to stand and work on your feet for the entire shift .
+ Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds .
+ Comfortable performing physical, repetitive work in a fast-paced environment.
+ Ability to work both indoors and outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
+ Dependable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed.
+ Ability to work occasional Saturdays.
What Waste Connections Offers:
+ Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 40 hours
+ Competitive compensation
+ Safety bonuses
+ Yearly boot stipend
+ Company-provided uniforms
+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance
+ Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
+ Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
+ Life Insurance
+ 401(k) with generous company match
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status