AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase ... A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing ...
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AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase ... A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing ...
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AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase ... A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing ...
Portsmouth, VA · On-site
$17/hr
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AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase ... A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing ...
Portsmouth, VA · On-site
$17/hr
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Life
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AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase ... A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing ...
$12.77/hr
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Dental
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General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chester, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous job ...
$12.77/hr
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General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chester, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous job ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chester, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous job ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chester, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous job ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chester, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous job ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chester, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous job ...
$14/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Laborers / Sorters needed to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in ... Schedule: 5 am - 3pm Plus, as a General Laborer / Sorter at Leadpoint, you'll enjoy great benefits ...
$14/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Laborers / Sorters needed to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in ... Schedule: 5 am - 3pm Plus, as a General Laborer / Sorter at Leadpoint, you'll enjoy great benefits ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$14/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Laborers / Sorters needed to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in ... Schedule: 5 am - 3pm Plus, as a General Laborer / Sorter at Leadpoint, you'll enjoy great benefits ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$14/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Laborers / Sorters needed to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in ... Schedule: 5 am - 3pm Plus, as a General Laborer / Sorter at Leadpoint, you'll enjoy great benefits ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$14/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Laborers / Sorters needed to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in ... Schedule: 5 am - 3pm Plus, as a General Laborer / Sorter at Leadpoint, you'll enjoy great benefits ...
Chester, VA · On-site
$14/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Laborers / Sorters needed to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in ... Schedule: 5 am - 3pm Plus, as a General Laborer / Sorter at Leadpoint, you'll enjoy great benefits ...
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chesapeake, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous ...
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chesapeake, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
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General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chesapeake, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chesapeake, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chesapeake, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$12.77/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Chesapeake, VA. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous ...
Roanoke, VA · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Tomorrow RDS, LLC is a well-established company whose core business is recycling, processing, and ... Job descriptionOverviewA Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing ...
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Roanoke, VA · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Tomorrow RDS, LLC is a well-established company whose core business is recycling, processing, and ... Job descriptionOverviewA Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing ...
Roanoke, VA · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Tomorrow RDS, LLC is a well-established company whose core business is recycling, processing, and ... Job descriptionOverviewA Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing ...
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Roanoke, VA · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Tomorrow RDS, LLC is a well-established company whose core business is recycling, processing, and ... Job descriptionOverviewA Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing ...
$17/hr
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A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing, baling, inventorying, and shipment. They are familiar or can become familiar with a fast-paced ...
$17/hr
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A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing, baling, inventorying, and shipment. They are familiar or can become familiar with a fast-paced ...
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To thrive as a Recycle Sorter, you need attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and physical stamina, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with conveyor belts, personal protective equipment (PPE), and basic sorting machinery is typically required, though most training is provided on the job. Reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are valuable soft skills for success in this role. These skills are important to efficiently and safely sort recyclables, minimize contamination, and maintain effective workflow within recycling facilities.
As a Recycle Sorter, your typical day involves standing at a conveyor belt or sorting station, manually separating recyclable materials from non-recyclables and ensuring items are properly categorized. You’ll routinely wear safety gear and may rotate between different sorting lines or work areas to keep the process smooth and efficient. The environment is usually active, requiring you to stay alert and work cooperatively with a team to meet daily sorting goals. Regular breaks, safety briefings, and ongoing support from supervisors help make the work safe and structured. This role plays a crucial part in the recycling process and provides hands-on experience that can lead to advancement opportunities within recycling and waste management organizations.
A Recycle Sorter is responsible for identifying and separating recyclable materials from waste at a recycling facility. They work on a conveyor belt or sorting station to distinguish paper, plastic, glass, and metals, ensuring materials are processed correctly. This job requires attention to detail, the ability to stand for long periods, and adherence to safety protocols. Recycle Sorters help reduce landfill waste by ensuring reusable materials are properly categorized and sent for further processing.
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$17/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 27 days ago
AMP is applying AI-powered sortation at scale to modernize the world's recycling infrastructure and maximize the value in waste. AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase resource recovery, and deliver more reliable operations. With hundreds of deployments across North America, Asia, and Europe, AMP's technology offers a transformational solution to waste sortation and changes the fundamental economics of recycling.
Headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the Denver Post and BuiltIn Colorado have recognized AMP as one of the state's top workplaces. AMP has operations and career opportunities outside of Atlanta, Cleveland, Portsmouth, Virginia, and Europe. We're fostering an environment where passionate individuals can grow and create impact. We seek unconventional thinkers to join our mission to enable a world without waste; at AMP, your contributions have meaning and can spur change. With backing from top-tier investors and national recognition including North American Cleantech Company of the Year, we're always seeking ways to better our operations, raising the bar on innovation, and looking to collaborate and improve in what we do. Learn more at AMPSortation.com.
AMP is hiring a Sorter Operator in Portsmouth, Virginia.
A Sorter Operator is an individual who aids plant staff in preparing material for processing, baling, inventorying, and shipment. They are familiar or can become familiar with a fast-paced manufacturing environment and working safely.
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Salary & Compensation Information: $17.00 per hour
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We'll consider applications until the position is filled.