Recycling Specialist

About Coastal Waste & RecyclingAt Coastal Waste & Recycling, we're building more than a company, we're building a team. As one of the fastest-growing privately held waste and recycling companies in the Southeast, we're looking for people who take pride in their work, put safety first, and are ready to grow with us.Give Waste a Second LifeEvery day, our Recycling Specialists play an important role in protecting the environment by helping recover valuable recyclable materials that might otherwise end up in a landfill. If you're someone who enjoys staying active, working with a team, and making a positive impact in your community, we'd love to have you join Coastal Waste & Recycling.As one of the fastest-growing privately held waste and recycling companies in the Southeast, we're proud to serve communities across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, and we're just getting started.Your RoleAs a Recycling Specialist, you'll help identify, separate, and recover recyclable materials while ensuring our recycling operations run safely and efficiently. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety help protect the environment and keep valuable materials in circulation.What You'll DoSort recyclable materials such as cardboard, paper, plastics, metals, and glass from the recycling stream.Inspect materials and remove contaminants to help ensure high-quality recycled products.Safely operate around conveyor systems and recycling equipment while following all company safety procedures.Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.Monitor equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns to your supervisor.Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and promote a culture of safety.Follow all company policies, environmental regulations, and operational procedures.At Coastal, we win as a team. Once your assigned work is complete, you'll jump in to assist your teammates or support other operational needs as directed by your supervisor. Working together is part of what makes us successful.Perform other duties as assigned.What You'll BringStrong work ethic and dependable attendance.Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.Attention to detail and ability to identify recyclable materials.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.Strong teamwork and communication skills.Previous recycling, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, or labor experience is helpful, but not required. We're happy to train the right candidate.Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) is a plus.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand for extended periods.Frequently bend, twist, reach, lift, push, and pull throughout the workday.Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and environmental conditions.Why Join Coastal?At Coastal, every team member makes a difference. As a Recycling Specialist, you'll help keep recyclable materials out of landfills while supporting cleaner, more sustainable communities.We OfferCompetitive PayComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits401(k) with Company MatchPaid Time Off & HolidaysEmployee Referral ProgramCareer Growth & Advancement OpportunitiesSafety-Focused CultureStable, Growing CompanyCoastal Waste & Recycling is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr