Sort Line Operator; Nights

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Polymer Center Sort Line Operator oversees and operates the Sort Line process of the Polymer Center. The Sort Line Operator ensures adherence to all accident prevention programs and leads Sort Line operations to ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and other standards. The Sort Line Operator maintains a strong working knowledge of the Sort Line equipment and is responsible for efficient operation and basic troubleshooting of the process.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works to remove unsafe conditions or situations from the Sorting process of the Polymer Center.
• Executes the Sort Line manufacturing plan on their given shift.
• Performs pre- and post-operation inspections of the Sort Line equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure safe operations.
• Maintains strong working knowledge of and safely and efficiently operates Sorting equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitors production and waste materials for evidence of unacceptable product and/or waste.
• Continuously monitors the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize down time.
• Performs and documents minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Leads and/or Maintenance for repair.
• Completes Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; reports any necessary repairs to Supervisor as needed.
• Follows all required safety policies and procedures.
• Serves as a positive representative of the Company to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty to the Company.
• Executes other operational plans to help achieve or exceed the division’s budgeted goals.
• Understands, supports and executes product delivery while actively supporting maintenance and the operational role in equipment quality and maintenance.
• Creates a collaborative, communicative team environment and drives employee engagement with the Company.
• Performs other job-related duties as needed or assigned.

• Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.

• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing or recycling experience.

• 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).
• Benefits information available at the company benefits page.

EEO STATEMENT:
Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE COMPANY Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with a complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our commitment s to circularity and decarbonization help deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.