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Emerald Staffing

Order Selector

Portland, OR

$21 - $31.50/hr

... second-chance friendly Clear opportunities for long-term advancement Supportive team environment with leadership that invests in your success Position Summary Select and pack fresh produce orders ...

CentiMark Corporation

Roofers

Portland, OR · On-site

$35/hr

Second Chance Employer - Applicants with criminal histories are welcome to apply Candidate Requirements: * Experience in roofing is required * Able to lift 50 lbs. & climb up & down ladders to ...

CentiMark Corporation

Roofers

Portland, OR · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Second Chance Employer - Applicants with criminal histories are welcome to apply Candidate Requirements: * Experience in roofing is required * Able to lift 50 lbs. & climb up & down ladders to ...

Bigfoot Staffing

Parts Administrator

Tigard, OR

$26 - $30/hr

Employee Assistance Program, EAP Our client is a second chance employer and individuals with criminal records are encouraged to apply! If you think your experience aligns with the Parts Administrator ...

Eaton

Product Engineer

Wilsonville, OR · On-site

$71K - $105K/yr

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles ...

Eaton

Product Engineer

Wilsonville, OR · On-site

$71K - $105K/yr

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles ...

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General Labor, Recycling Sorter, Clackamas, OR

Clackamas, OR • On-site

Capstone Logistics
Transportation and Warehousing • 51 - 200 employees

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$19.10/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

General Labor, Sorter, Entry Level - We're hiring General Laborers / Sorters to sort recyclables at a large recycling and processing plant in Clackamas OR. Sorting recyclables is not a glamorous job but it's a necessary one that helps keep our community clean.
This position does not require a resume, a candidate's ability to follow directions and the results of the realistic job preview will determine if we consider moving forward in candidacy for a future or present full-time position. Our candidate selection process is based on specific criteria to foster a positive and efficient workforce that aligns with Leadpoint's culture.
NO DIPLOMA OR EXPERIENCE NEEDED!!
Tons of Growth Potential - We Promote from Within!
1st Shift 3:45 am to 1 pm Monday to Saturday
2nd Shift 12:45 pm to 10 pm Monday to Saturday
As a full-time General Laborer / Sorter, you'll earn $19.10 per hour. Plus, as a General Laborer / Sorter at Leadpoint, you'll enjoy perks that include:
  • Health, dental, vision benefits & more after 60 days of employment
  • Company-provided PPE including safety vests, hard hats, safety glasses, protective gloves and arm shields.
  • An employee lunchroom with a refrigerator and microwave for your use.
  • Weekly pay & accrued time off

Prior warehouse, general labor or sorting experience is a plus, but not required. We need reliable, detail and safety-oriented Sorters who:
  • Are at least 18 years of age or older
  • Can lift up to 25 pounds, as needed, and stand for your entire shift.
  • Consent to a background check. Leadpoint prides itself on being a second-chance employer.
  • Consent to a drug screen.
  • Have reliable transportation to get to work although many of our facilities are located near a bus line. We also promote carpooling and ride sharing.

If you can follow instructions and enjoy working as part of a team, then please APPLY NOW to start your career with Leadpoint.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
This is a safety sensitive position for which impairment while working presents substantial risk of injury so the company will be testing for THC.
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Capstone is a North American supply chain solutions partner with more than 600 operating locations, 20,000 associates, and 60,000 carriers. We have capabilities in freight management, warehouse and distribution center support, last-mile delivery, supply chain analytics, and optimization, and more. Our integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions uniquely position us to help partners reduce warehousing and transportation costs.

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Transportation and warehousing

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51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Peachtree Corners, GA, US

Year founded

1986

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