Sortation Associate

The Sortation Associate is responsible for manually and visually sorting recyclable paper materials on a conveyor line to ensure quality standards are met. This role plays a critical part in maintaining safety, efficiency, and product quality within a fast-paced recycling warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Sort recyclable materials based on type and quality.
• Load sorted materials into recycling machinery.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with routine cleaning of equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Remove debris, trash, plastics, metals, or other contaminants from conveyor lines.
• Maintain line speed and productivity while ensuring accuracy and quality standards.
• Assist with general housekeeping and other warehouse duties as assigned.

• Ability to sort paper, cardboard, and debris on a fast-paced recycling line.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 40–50 pounds as required.
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment with noise, dust, and variable temperatures.
• Basic ability to identify different types of paper and recyclable materials (training provided).
• Dependable attendance and ability to work scheduled shifts, including overtime when required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Standing for long periods (8–12 hours) involving bending, reaching, grasping, and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work near moving machinery and conveyor belts.
• Use of hands and arms continuously for sorting tasks.

• No prior recycling experience required; on-the-job training provided.

Our organization offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k match, along with PTO and Holiday pay once permanent. This role also provides an opportunity for career advancement in a supportive team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The work is performed in a non-climate controlled environment at a Paper and Cardboard Recycling Center. It is a dusty and dirty setting with paper shreds everywhere, which can be overwhelming for some. The role involves exposure to dust, paper fibers, and industrial noise. The job requires working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on safety and quality. The 1st shift is scheduled from Monday to Friday, 7am-4:30pm, with occasional Saturdays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Olive Branch, MS.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Olive Branch,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.