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Sorter/Packer III Opportunity

Put your career in motion with an opportunity that makes a real environmental impact. Join Smurfit WestRock as a Sorter/Packer III at the Knoxville, TN recycling facility, where recovered materials are processed and returned into the paper-based packaging supply chain.

Location: 1323 Proctor Street, Knoxville, TN 37921

Pay Rate: $15.00/hour

Schedule: MondayThursday, 7:00 AM 5:30 PM; Occasional Fridays (typically half-day)

Work Environment: Industrial recycling & materials recovery

What's a typical day as a Sorter/Packer III? You will:

• Manually sort recyclable materials along a fast-moving sort line into designated bunkers by grade and type.
• Accurately identify paper, cardboard, and other recyclable materials.
• Perform daily housekeeping and maintain cleanliness of the work area and sort line components.
• Conduct equipment inspections and complete required documentation.
• Clean radiators, filters, drums, and other line components.
• Remove hazardous or prohibited materials such as batteries, needles, and metals.
• Participate in safety programs and follow all health & safety procedures.
• Submit maintenance requests and report equipment issues promptly.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you have:

• Strong hand-eye coordination and ability to sort materials at line speed.
• Physical endurance to stand for long periods and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent light lifts throughout the shift.
• High awareness of safety practices and PPE compliance.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required:

• Hard hat
• Safety glasses
• Steel-toe shoes
• High-visibility torso clothing
• Hearing protection
• HexArmor arm guards and gloves

Why you'll love working with us:

• Be part of a sustainability-focused operation that diverts materials from landfills.
• Gain hands-on experience in recycling and materials recovery operations.
• Work with a global leader in paper-based packaging solutions.
• Weekly pay and dedicated support from your Kelly recruiting team.

What happens next: Once you apply, a Kelly recruiter will review your qualifications and reach out if your background aligns with this opportunity. Even if this role isn't the right fit, joining Kelly's talent network keeps you connected to future opportunities. Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all aboutso let's get to work. Apply to be a Sorter/Packer III today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.