Seasonal Redemption Center Assistant - PT

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Seasonal Woodstock, CT, US

Salary: $16.94 Annually

Description:

The Seasonal Redemption Center Assistant supports a short-term project to reduce a backlog of recyclable bottles and cans. The

employee will sort and feed containers into bottle-and-can redemption machines, keep the work area clean and orderly, and help

the team process material safely and efficiently. This is an entry-level role; training will be provided.

Schedule:

Wednesday - Friday: 3.5 hours per day

Saturday: 7 Hours

* Must be able to work the full assigned schedule*

Work Location:

Woodstock, CT

Essential Functions:

• Sort recyclable bottles and cans by material type or other categories as directed.
• Feed bottles and cans into redemption machines at a steady, safe pace.
• Remove rejected containers and place them in the appropriate collection area.
• Bag, move, stack, or otherwise handle processed containers and recycling materials as directed.
• Keep floors, machine areas, containers, carts, and surrounding work spaces clean and free of debris.
• Perform routine cleanup, including sweeping, wiping surfaces, and disposing of trash and non-redeemable material.
• Follow machine-use instructions and immediately report jams, malfunctions, spills, hazards, or injuries to the supervisor; do not attempt unauthorized repairs.
• Use required personal protective equipment and follow all safety, sanitation, and recycling procedures.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers and follow supervisor instructions and production priorities.
• Perform other related duties needed to complete the seasonal backlog project

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic.
• Is able to work with limited supervision.
• Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.
• Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness.
• Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• No prior work experience is required.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality for the assigned seasonal schedule.
• Ability to work safely, productively, and respectfully as part of a team.
• If under age 18, ability to provide any employment certificate or work authorization required by law.
• Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and move containers or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for most of the work shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, grasp, grip, twist, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Maintain sufficient coordination and visual attention to sort containers and operate redemption equipment safely.
• Work around bottles, cans, bags, carts, recycling residue, noise, odors, and occasional wet or slippery surfaces.