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Material Sorter

padnos
padnos Salary
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

Material Sorter Position Summary

  • Identify scrap, including the grade and type of material and any undesirable elements within the material.
  • Operate manual processing equipment. Sort/segregate recoverable materials (i.e. metal, paper and plastic) from waste; upgrading whenever possible.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the recycling facility and remove any hazards from the area.
  • May occasionally assist by operating hi-lo.

Schedule

 

  • Monday - Friday, an occasional Saturday
  • 10:00am - 7:30pm

 Material Sorter Qualifications

  • Must have stable job history
  • Ability to operate sorting and processing equipment
  • Basic computer and data entry skills
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast pace environment
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Demonstrated safety consciousness

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of our Team Members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our Team Members and offer the following benefits:

  • Competitive Wage
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
  • 75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependents
  • First Time Home Buying Assistance
  • 401K Match and Profit Sharing
  • Performance Driven Bonuses

Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

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Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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