Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Sort Line Operator (Nights)
Operate and monitor the Sort Line, ensuring safety, efficiency, and equipment maintenance.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Polymer Center Sort Line Operator oversees and operates the Sort Line process at the Polymer Center. This role ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards and maintains deep knowledge of Sort Line equipment. The operator is responsible for efficient operation and basic troubleshooting of the process. The operator removes unsafe conditions, executes the manufacturing plan for their shift, and performs pre‑ and post‑operation equipment inspections. They continuously monitor production, waste material, and equipment condition to minimize downtime and ensure product quality. Minor service tasks are performed and documented, with complex issues escalated to leads or maintenance. The operator follows all safety policies, represents the company positively, and supports team engagement while helping achieve division budget goals. • Operate Sort Line equipment safely, troubleshoot minor issues, and ensure continuous production. • Conduct pre‑ and post‑shift equipment inspections and complete equipment condition reports. • Monitor product quality and waste streams, removing unsafe conditions and addressing non‑conforming material. • Perform minor equipment maintenance, documenting work and escalating complex repairs to leads or maintenance. • Follow all safety, environmental, and company policies while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸sort line operation
- ▸equipment troubleshooting
- ▸pre‑shift inspection
- ▸quality monitoring
- ▸minor maintenance
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Preferred candidates demonstrate strong customer‑service skills, professionalism, and honesty, and they manage time efficiently to complete responsibilities safely. They also exhibit reliable follow‑through and adherence to work schedules, addressing challenges as they arise. • Deliver excellent customer service, demonstrate strong time‑management, and maintain reliable attendance. • Possess at least one year of manufacturing or recycling experience.
Requirements
- ▸customer service
- ▸time management
- ▸manufacturing
- ▸recycling
- ▸reliability
- ▸professionalism
Benefits
A minimum of one year of manufacturing or recycling experience is required. Eligible employees can participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement matching, stock purchase plans, and paid time off. The company has earned multiple sustainability and ethical recognitions, such as Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies and Great Place to Work. Employees benefit from ongoing investment in tools, technology, and development opportunities, enabling them to work safely while making a positive environmental impact. • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short‑ and long‑term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Environment
Onsite