## Position Summary TheSorteris responsible for sorting through recycled materials that come into the Material Recovery Facility \(MRF\) as they move along the conveyor belt, inspecting items, and placing items or materials into designated area according to commodity, size, condition, and/or grade\. ## Key Responsibilities Performs duties in a safeand efficientmanner,in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies\.Ensures proper PPE is utilizedat all times and is continuously part of oursafetyculture\. Ensures proper PPE is utilizedat all times and is continuously part of oursafetyculture\. Sorts out assigned commodities in a manner that it consistent with the goals of the facility\.Performs cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeepingas required\.Reports system problems immediately toSupervisor\.Maintains a clean and orderly work area\.Completes all required initial Safety Training and attends all monthly trainings provided\. Performs cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeepingas required\.Reports system problems immediately toSupervisor\.Maintains a clean and orderly work area\.Completes all required initial Safety Training and attends all monthly trainings provided\. Maintains an excellent attendance record and an excellent safety work quality record\.Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values\. ## Education, Experience & Qualifications The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment, and the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job \(prolonged physical exertions, including, standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying and climbing\)\. The candidate must be legally eligible to work in the US and complete pre\-employment testing\. Good verbal communication skills, the ability to follow verbal and written instructions, a focus on safety, and the ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials are required\. The ability to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, instructions, signs, signals and safety training is vital\. ## Attributes Self\-starter, team\-oriented individual whohas an aggressive work ethic,adaptable,and is open to personal and professional training and development\. ## Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More\. ## ## **Need help finding the right job?** We can recommend jobs specifically for you\! ## Benefits & RewardsWant easy\-to\-use, rewarding benefits? Well, we’ve got those\! Our employee rewards program is designed to help you in your career, and in your life outside of Casella\. From competitive wages to comprehensive medical plans to employee stock purchase and retirement savings options, learn about all the ways we reward you\. ## EEO Casella Waste Systems, Inc\. is an equal opportunity employer\. We are committed to creating an environment of inclusion and mutual respect where opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and veteran status, status as individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state laws\. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a company and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people\. **Job Locations** _US\-ME\-Scarborough_ **Job ID** _2024\-5205_ **Category** **_Operations Support_** **Type** **_Regular Full\-Time_**