$20-$24/hr Recycling Sorter job in West Monroe | Hiring

Role Based in West Monroe

Role Essentials

• Job Title: Recycling Sorter
• Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
• Hiring Organization: Waste Management
• Based in: West Monroe, LA (a central West Monroe location)
• Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
• This role centers on your professional skills within the Waste Management And Recycling Operations space in West Monroe.
• Compensation: $20-$24/Hour (approx. $46.6k/Year)
• This West Monroe-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our Waste Management team in West Monroe, LA is growing.
• Benefit from working in West Monroe, a key hub for the Waste Management And Recycling Operations industry.

Company Overview

Waste Management is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental and waste management services. Guided by a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, safety, and community service, Waste Management operates modern collection fleets, material recovery facilities, and waste-to-energy conversion systems. As an industry leader, Waste Management offers market-leading compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, career stability, and excellent internal advancement opportunities.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Recycling Sorter performs critical manual material separation along high-speed conveyor lines within our indoor material recovery facilities. You inspect incoming single-stream recyclable materials, rapidly sorting paper, cardboard, plastics, aluminum, and glass into designated collection chutes while removing non-recyclable contaminants. You also assist with clearing belt jams, keeping work bays clean, maintaining plant sanitation, and adhering strictly to safety guidelines including mandatory personal protective equipment usage. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence inside the processing plant (no remote work options exist).

Qualifications & Benefits

Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED preferred. Requires physical stamina to stand for extended periods, quick hand-eye coordination, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and comfort working in high-velocity industrial processing environments. Offers competitive starting hourly pay, safety bonuses, full health/dental benefits, 401(k) company match, paid time off, and internal advancement pathways into heavy equipment operation.