Electronic Waste Sorter

Job duties

Original text, as filed with the Department of Labor.

Perform manual labor duties in a recycling facility processing electronic waste materials. Receive, unload, and move incoming shipments of discarded electronic equipment, including computers, monitors, phones, solar panels and related components. Sort and separate materials by type and condition into designated categories for reuse or recycling, following established procedures and supervisor instructions. Perform basic, routine disassembly of electronic devices using standard hand tools (such as screwdrivers, pliers and drills) to separate components, in accordance with set guidelines. No repair, testing, or troubleshooting of equipment is performed. Visually recognize and remove hazardous materials, including batteries, cathode ray tubes (CRTs), mercury lamps, and handle according to provided instructions and safety procedures. Weigh, label, and move materials using basic tracking methods, such as scales, logs, or barcode scanners, as instructed. Prepare materials for further processing or shipment by stacking, palletizing, wrapping, or placing items in designated containers. Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, including sorting stations, storage bins, and processing areas. Follow all safety procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), OSHA standards, and adhere to company policies and standard operating procedures. Perform repetitive tasks in a production-based environment, including standing for extended periods, lifting, bending, and handling materials throughout the work shift.

Requirements

3 months of related experience required. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly. Must be able to stand, bend, and move for extended periods. The role involves sustained physical activity such as lifting, moving, and handling materials. Must be able to perform repetitive manual tasks throughout the work shift. Must be able to handle materials using both hands and perform simple grasping and manipulation tasks. Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions, including safety policies. Must be able to work assigned shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as required. Must be able to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times and follow established safety procedures and company policies. Must be able to work in a recycling facility environment with exposure to dust, noise, and electronic waste materials (Working conditions include high temperatures, extremely dry air, and drought-like climate conditions, particularly during summer months).This position operates on a continuous 24hour schedule, divided into three consecutive 8hour shifts to ensure uninterrupted processing of electronic waste materials. Rotating schedule with various 8-hours shifts: Day Shift from 6:00am-2:00pm. Swing shift from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. Night shift from 10:00pm to 6:00am. Employees rotate shifts weekly or monthly. Occasional weekend and holiday work as needed. The workers will be subject to drug testing upon reasonable suspicion, paid by the employer and applied equally to all workers, U.S. and foreign/H-2B. The workers are subject to pre-employment criminal background checks, paid by the employer and applied equally to all workers, U.S. and foreign/H-2B.
The work schedule is as follows: 40 hours a week from Monday to Friday. Rotating schedule, various 8-hours shifts: Day Shift from 6:00am-2:00pm. Swing shift from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. Night shift from 10:00pm to 6:00am. Employees rotate shifts weekly or monthly. Occasional weekend and holiday work as needed.

Benefits and conditions