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Goodwill Mid Michigan

Textiles Processor

Fenton, MI · On-site

$15/hr

... Textile Processor Positions at our Fenton store located at 3150 Owen Road in Fenton. $15.00 an hour ... We recycle everything possible! In 2025 we kept over 7.7 million lbs. of STUFF from ending up in ...

Goodwill Mid Michigan

Textiles Processor

Fenton, MI · On-site

$15/hr

... Textile Processor Positions at our Fenton store located at 3150 Owen Road in Fenton. $15.00 an hour ... We recycle everything possible! In 2025 we kept over 7.7 million lbs. of STUFF from ending up in ...

Brook Valley Management

Export Sorter

Daytona Beach, FL · On-site

$13 - $16.25/hr

... textile graders in the United States. Brook Valley Salvage processes many millions of pounds annually playing an important role in recycling and creating many micro economic opportunities and ...

Brook Valley Management

Export Sorter

Daytona Beach, FL · On-site

$13 - $16.25/hr

... textile graders in the United States. Brook Valley Salvage processes many millions of pounds annually playing an important role in recycling and creating many micro economic opportunities and ...

RTP Company

2nd Shift General Production

Fremont, IN · On-site

$21.85/hr

Description Since 1923, Miller Waste Mills has been a leader in "recycling and reusing", diverting textile materials that were destined for landfills into useful, reclaimed fiber materials. Employees ...

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How much do textile recycling jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for textile recycling in the United States is $16.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Textile Recycling job?

A Textile Recycling job involves collecting, sorting, and processing used fabrics and garments to be reused or repurposed. Workers in this field help reduce textile waste by identifying materials that can be resold, upcycled, or broken down for industrial use. Responsibilities may include operating machinery, assessing fabric quality, and coordinating with recycling facilities or thrift stores. This role is essential in promoting sustainability and reducing landfill waste.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for someone working in textile recycling?

A typical day in textile recycling involves sorting and categorizing incoming textiles, operating machinery to process or bale materials, and inspecting items for quality and contamination. You may also be responsible for maintaining records, ensuring workplace safety, and collaborating with transportation staff or other recycling teams. Attention to detail is crucial, as proper sorting greatly impacts the efficiency and environmental outcome of the recycling process. You'll often work as part of a team in an industrial or warehouse environment, where meeting recycling targets and upholding safety standards are key priorities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Textile Recycling position, and why are they important?

To excel in Textile Recycling, a strong understanding of sorting, grading, and processing textiles, along with basic knowledge of recycling practices, is essential. Familiarity with industrial textile recycling equipment, safety protocols, and, in some cases, certifications in environmental or waste management are beneficial. Dependability, attention to detail, and effective teamwork make candidates stand out in this field. These competencies and qualities are important for ensuring safe, efficient recycling operations and contributing to environmental sustainability goals.

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Infographic showing various Textile Recycling job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,300 per year, or $16.5 per hour.
Route Driver/Warehouse Associate

Route Driver/Warehouse Associate

Closed Loop Recycling, LLC

Houston, TX • On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Closed Loop Recycling (CLR) is seeking a hard-working, self-motivated Route Driver/Warehouse Associate to join our production team. CLR is one of the fastest-growing recycling companies. We provide a full service to manufacturers in which we provide them with reusable oil-absorbent material that soaks up leaks and spills in their facilities. Our plants' role is extracting the oily fluid from the material for reuse, laundering the material for reuse, cleaning out 55-gallon collection drums for reuse, and repackaging cleaned material. You’ll be working with a small team but have room for advancement in your career here.
This position will require truck training to service clients when needed. Our CSRs remove 55-gallon collection drums filled with saturated oil absorbent mats, PPE, and other items and replace them with new materials. This is a physical, fast-paced, outdoor position that involves driving over the road, lifting, and moving heavy objects frequently, and communicating with our logistics department.
For this position, we offer two distinct pay rates depending on the role being performed. For work in the warehouse, the pay rate is approximately $18 to 20. For truck driving, the pay rate ranges from $20 to $25 per hour, depending on the candidate's experience.
Driver Responsibilities:
  • Class B CDL- (preferred)
  • DOT Medical Card
  • Ability to travel as needed (over the road)
  • Ability to move heavy objects (200+ lbs with assistance of a dolly or pallet jack)
  • Must have a clean driving/criminal record
  • Must pass our pre-employment physical strength test,
  • Must pass our pre-employment drug and alcohol test
  • Skills and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Ability to use a pallet jack
  • Ability to lift heavy objects
  • Plant/warehouse experience
  • Mechanic/carpentry/welding experience a plus
  • Ability to operate warehouse equipment
Plant Responsibilities:
  • Cleaning absorbent mats
  • Washing & sorting drums
  • Folding, sorting, cutting absorbent mats and other products
  • Stocking inventory shelves and inventory tracking
  • Loading and unloading service trucks
  • Trains and works at different workstations as production needs require
  • Keeping the facility up to OSHA safety standards and audit-ready
  • Making sure the quality of the product is 100% client-ready

CLR Employees Enjoy:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • 401(k)
  • Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Closed Loop Recycling (CLR) opened its doors in 1996, specializing in industrial textiles such as PPE, absorbents, rags, and wipers. CLR is dedicated to helping companies achieve green initiatives such as Zero Landfill and ISO 14001 certification through its proprietary Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) process and executing forward-thinking recycling solutions. CLR’s success stems from its team, core values, and commitment to delivering legendary service.
Closed Loop Recycling is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Learn more today at www.closedlooprecycling.us!