Sorter

MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY SORTER

Updated:  January 2026

Reports to: Senior MRF Manager

Terms: Regular Full-Time

Shift:  5AM – 3PM Mon – Thurs, 5AM – 1PM Fri

Compensation:  $17.00, Hourly

Benefits: Health insurance, long-term disability, and life insurance premiums paid 100%, dental insurance premium shared, employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan after 6 months of employment. Access to FSA/HSA health savings accounts, and various ancillary insurance plans. PTO and paid holidays.

Purpose

Eureka Recycling’s Material Recovery Facility Sorter sorts recyclable and non-recyclable materials on a conveyor belt or sorting table in the Material Recovery Facility (MRF). Clean inside and outside areas of the MRF as required.

Responsibilities 

· Safely separate materials to the required standard on a sort line or sorting table, meeting our organizational goals for quality and efficiency.

· Report any safety concerns as near misses in order to prevent injuries and accidents

· Arrive at the assigned position on time and fully prepared, with all required PPE properly in place at the start of the shift and after breaks and lunch

· Follow the rotation schedule appropriately and with a flexible attitude, willingly switching to a different position as directed.

· Report equipment and PPE malfunctions and repair requirements to a supervisor.

· Maintain a clean and organized workspace, free of debris.

· Sweep, shovel, and rake materials as directed.

· Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.

· Work courteously and tactfully with employees and supervisors as a cooperative team member.

· Perform other duties and projects as assigned, responding respectfully to supervisors’ requests.

Minimum Qualifications

· Manual dexterity

· Positive attitude

· Punctual and dependable

· Flexibility of work schedule

Skills and Abilities

· Reliable attendance and punctuality

· Ability to identify different types of material on moving conveyer 

· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete assigned tasks on schedule.

· Ability to learn from directions, observations and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment while working under supervision and receiving feedback.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to interact appropriately and professionally with others.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift up to 50 lb.

· Ability to work in environments with continuous motion.

· Must be able to stand for up for majority of assigned shift.

· Ability to work in all temperature conditions.

· Constant bending and twisting, reaching and grabbing with hands.

· Walking up and down stairs several times per day (all positions are upstairs).

· Sweeping and shoveling materials.

Working Conditions

· Works indoors and outdoors; subject to seasonal and adverse weather conditions.

· Subject to noise from equipment operation.

· Subject to strong odors.

· Wear appropriate required personal protective equipment. 

Affirmative Action Policy Statement:

Eureka ensures equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants, prohibiting discrimination or harassment based on various factors, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, public assistance status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other characteristic protected by law.