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Recycling Associate Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Warehouse Associate

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$17.85 - $18.49/hr

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Pay Rate: $17.85 to $18.49 Savers Benefits Geographic & job ... Empties recycle and trash bins as required. Moves backstock boxes, bins and barrels as needed. May ...

Warehouse Associate

Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site

$17.85 - $18.49/hr

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Pay Rate: $17.85 to $18.49 Savers Benefits Geographic & job ... Empties recycle and trash bins as required. Moves backstock boxes, bins and barrels as needed. May ...

Advertised Compensation: $19.35 This Stock Associate Job Is for You, If You Enjoy: * General stock ... recycling Required Qualifications: * Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy * Good time ...

Hudson Warehouse Associate Opportunity, growth, and meaningful rewards! We offer: Health, dental ... recycling Required Qualifications: Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy Ability to ...

Advertised Compensation: $20 This Warehouse Associate Job Is For You, If You Enjoy: * Helping the ... and recycling Required Qualifications: * Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy

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Recycling Associate information

What is a recycling associate?

Recycling Associates are workers responsible for sorting, processing, and preparing recyclable materials for reuse or proper disposal. They typically work at recycling centers, waste management facilities, or within organizations that handle large volumes of recyclable waste. Their tasks include separating materials by type, inspecting items for contamination, operating sorting machinery, and ensuring that all recyclables meet quality standards. Recycling Associates play a crucial role in reducing landfill waste and supporting environmental sustainability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recycling associate?

To thrive as a Recycling Associate, you need a solid understanding of waste sorting, basic safety protocols, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with recycling machinery, conveyor systems, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong teamwork skills help ensure effective sorting and efficient workflow. These abilities are crucial for maintaining safety, minimizing contamination, and supporting sustainable waste management operations.

What are some common challenges recycling associates face on the job, and how can they be managed?

Recycling Associates often encounter challenges such as sorting materials efficiently, handling hazardous or contaminated items, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Staying organized, wearing proper protective gear, and following established protocols can help manage these challenges effectively. Many workplaces offer training and support to ensure associates are prepared to handle unexpected situations and work as a team to keep operations running smoothly.

What is the difference between Recycling Associate vs Waste Sorter?

AspectRecycling AssociateWaste Sorter
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; safety trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; safety training
Work EnvironmentRecycling facilities, outdoor and indoorRecycling plants, outdoor and indoor
Industry UsageCommonly employed in recycling centers and waste managementOften used interchangeably with Recycling Associate in waste sorting roles
Job FocusSorting, processing, and preparing recyclablesSorting waste materials for recycling or disposal

Recycling Associates and Waste Sorters perform similar roles in waste management, focusing on sorting and processing recyclables. Both roles typically require similar credentials and work in comparable environments. The main difference lies in terminology, with 'Recycling Associate' often used in retail or community recycling programs, while 'Waste Sorter' is common in industrial recycling plants. Understanding these distinctions can help job seekers find the right position in the recycling industry.

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Infographic showing various Recycling Associate job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Warehouse Associate

Savers/Value Village

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$17.85 - $18.49/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Savers Value Village rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 50 rated thrift stores


Job description

Description

10750 Xylon Ave N, Suite 100 Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 in the Northpark Business Center

Monday-Friday shifts, no weekends!

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Job Title: Warehouse Associate

Pay Rate:  $17.85 to $18.49

Savers Benefits

Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply

Healthcare Plans 

Comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision) at a reasonable cost 

Specialized health programs – Improve wellness (quit smoking, counseling, diabetes management, chronic joint pain) 

Paid Time Off 

Sick Pay 

Vacation Pay - Approximately 1-2 weeks  

 6 paid holidays plus 1 to 2 additional floating holidays 

Team member discounts 

Up to 50% off store merchandise 

Flexible spending accounts 

Use pre-tax dollars for eligible health and day care expenses 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

A whole suite of free tools and resources to manage life’s challenges and maintain a healthy work-life balance 

Retirement Plan 

A 401k plan with generous company matching contributions to assist you in saving for a secure financial future.  

Life insurance 

Company provided peace of mind and the option to purchase a supplemental plan 

Additional Benefits 

Performance Merit Increases 

Who we are:

 As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You’ll often hear us say that we are “Thrift Proud.” It’s the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible. Learn more about the Savers® family of thrift stores, our impact, and the #ThriftProud movement at savers.com.

Our brands are Savers (in the U.S.), 2nd Ave (in the U.S.), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), Village des Valeurs (in Quebec) and Savers Australia.

 

What you can expect:

  • The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness. We are made up of people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, all with something special to contribute.
  • To work in a purpose-driven company, with a business model that people love for our impact on both the planet and local communities.
  • An investment in the career path interests of our people. With our aggressive store expansion plans, we recognize the importance of the continued growth and development of our team members.

What you get:

Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one. In-house expertise! Our training department / Savers University develops and delivers robust training to every team member across our organization — from new hires to senior executives. We develop around 90% of our training internally, and partner with a variety of renowned providers to supplement our offerings.

What you’ll be working on:

Summary:

The Warehouse Associate supports the Savers vision by safely handling, separating, sorting and organizing material and goods delivered to the Processing Warehouse from our stores and community partners. We are hiring for multiple positions which may include:

  • Merchandise Sorters, Graders and Pricers
  • Inventory Receivers, Processors and Stockers      
  • Material Handlers and Recyclers

Essential Job Functions:

  • Responsible for separating, sorting, and processing specific merchandise
  • Responsible for supplying merchandise to various departments through the day, keeping production flowing.
  • Empties recycle and trash bins as required. Moves backstock boxes, bins and barrels as needed. May be required to operate a Baler, an Electric Pallet Jack, Forklift or other equipment to assist with the movement of merchandise.
  • Ability to determine what is saleable, what is recyclable and what needs to be thrown away.
  • Stacks boxes of merchandise and/or recyclables on pallets for weight verification
  • Responsible for ensuring aisles and walk ways are clean and free from debris.
  • Maintains cleanliness and organization of the workstation for safety and efficient production.
  • Ability to follow and work within all company safety guidelines.
  • Moves and transfers merchandise from trucks and trailers to outbound containers or receiving areas as necessary. Keeps an accurate count of all merchandise that has been transferred.
  • Team Members may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their department lead, supervisor or manager.

 What you have:

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated organization skills
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Ability to organize and sort several types of material at one time
  • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines with flexibility, and multi-task with minimal direction
  • Ability to be detailed-oriented
  • Ability to work within Savers culture

Education, Training, and Experience:

  • Dock or warehouse experience a plus
  • Ability to perform basic math calculations at the level normally required in high school

Physical Requirements and Equipment Used:

  • Ability to occasionally lift up-to 50lbs
  • Ability to pull or push a pallet jack
  • Eye-hand coordination to sort and grasp
  • Ability to distinguish colors and sizes
  • Use Forklift, Pallet Jack, Baler and other equipment within the warehouse

FLSA: Non Exempt

Savers is an eVerify employer

10750 Xylon Ave N, Suite 100 Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 in the Northpark Business Center

Puesto de trabajo: Asociado de almacén 

 Quiénes somos: 

 Como uno de los mayores operadores de artículos de segunda mano con ánimo de lucro en Estados Unidos, Canadá y Australia, incluidos ropa, accesorios y artículos para el hogar usados a buen precio, nuestra misión es promover la reutilización e inspirar un futuro en el que los artículos de segunda mano sean la primera opción. Suministramos a nuestras tiendas artículos únicos poco usados que han sido donados por la comunidad a organizaciones locales sin ánimo de lucro. Compramos estos artículos directamente a nuestras organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro asociadas, lo que evita que miles de millones de libras de artículos usados acaben en los basureros y se reutilicen en las estanterías de nuestras tiendas, además de proporcionar a nuestros socios una valiosa financiación para sus programas y servicios comunitarios. A menudo nos oirás decir que “reutilizamos con orgullo”. Son los millones de clientes fieles que visitan nuestras más de 300 tiendas y los más de 22,000 miembros de nuestro equipo los que lo hacen posible. Más información sobre la familia de tiendas de segunda mano Savers®, nuestro impacto y el movimiento #ReutilizarconOrgullo en savers.com. 

 Nuestras marcas son Savers (en Estados Unidos), 2nd Ave (en Estados Unidos), Value Village (en Estados Unidos y Canadá), Unique (en Estados Unidos), Village des Valeurs (en Quebec) y Savers Australia.  

 Lo que puedes esperar: 

  • La oportunidad de celebrar la singularidad. Contamos con personas de orígenes, experiencias y perspectivas muy diferentes, todas ellas con algo especial que aportar. 
  • Trabajar en una empresa impulsada por un propósito, con un modelo de negocio que la gente adora por nuestro impacto tanto en el planeta como en las comunidades locales. 
  • Una inversión en la carrera profesional de nuestros empleados. Con nuestros planes agresivos de expansión de tiendas, reconocemos la importancia del crecimiento y desarrollo continuos de los miembros de nuestro equipo. 

 Lo que obtienes: 

Incorporación y capacitación exhaustivas desde el primer día. 

¡Experiencia dentro de la empresa! Nuestro departamento de capacitación / Savers University desarrolla e imparte una


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