Recycling Sorter
Role Based in Rancho Santa Margarita
Job Title: Recycling Sorter (Flexible Hours in Rancho Santa Margarita) Hiring: Waste Management Based in: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Earnings: $20-$24/Hour (approx. $23.3k/Year) Benefits: Employee discounts and perks (where applicable). Earn extra cash with a stable local employer.
Responsibilities
This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- This Rancho Santa Margarita-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Waste Management team in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Rancho Santa Margarita, a key hub for the Waste Management And Resource Recovery industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management is a world-class environmental leader pioneering sustainable resource recovery, advanced Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs), and innovative recycling programs designed to protect local ecosystems.
Position Overview & Responsibilities: Working inside our high-velocity material recovery plants, the Recycling Sorter performs critical manual separation of recyclable materials along automated conveyor sorting lines. You inspect incoming single-stream material flows, rapidly picking and sorting cardboard, paper, polymers, aluminum cans, and glass into designated collection chutes while removing hazardous non-recyclable contaminants. Beyond sorting, you clear minor conveyor belt jams, maintain clean sorting station work bays, perform shift sanitation sweeps, and strictly follow plant safety guidelines, including wearing mandatory personal protective equipment. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence inside the processing plant.
Qualifications & Benefits: Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED preferred. Requires physical stamina to stand along moving conveyor belts for full shifts, quick hand-eye coordination, ability to lift up to 35 lbs, and comfort working in an industrial indoor facility. Offers competitive starting hourly pay, attendance incentives, full medical and dental insurance, 401(k) company matching, paid vacation, and clear pathways to machine operator roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Recycling Sorter position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $20 - $24. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Rancho Santa Margarita.
Where is this Recycling Sorter job located?
This position is based in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Rancho Santa Margarita.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Do Waste Management employees get discounts?
Yes, Waste Management associates enjoy employee discounts and other perks. Exact discount details and eligibility are provided during orientation.
What qualifications do I need for this Recycling Sorter role?
Most Recycling Sorter positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Recycling Sorter position in Rancho Santa Margarita?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
