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General Laborer

Greif · Green Bay, WI · $17.55–$28.03 an hour · Full time

Posted Jun 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about any sorting, recycling or hands-on production work you have done.

What they are checking: Whether they have experience with repetitive hands-on work similar to sorting recycled material.

Tell me about a time you reported a safety or quality problem at work.

What they are checking: Whether they report problems to leads, as the posting asks every worker to do.

How do you keep up your pace while still sorting accurately?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance speed and quality, since both matter to the mill customers.

How reliable has your attendance been at past jobs?

What they are checking: Whether they show up consistently, which keeps the sort line staffed and the mill supplied.

What interests you about working at a recycled paper operation?

What they are checking: Whether they have a reason to stay in the job, which helps predict whether they will last.

What would you do

This job is sorting paper and plastics so the recycled stock is the right quality for the mill. What do you think good sorting looks like?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that contamination in recycled stock hurts mill quality, so careful sorting matters.

You find something in the material that should not be there, like plastic in a paper stream. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they pull contaminants out and report problems instead of letting them go into the stock.

How do you feel about attending safety training and emergency drills?

What they are checking: Whether they take training and drills seriously, which the posting lists as part of the job.

Your area gets messy during a busy shift. What do you do about it?

What they are checking: Whether they keep their area clean and safe as they work rather than waiting until the end.

About the work

How do you stay safe when sorting material that might have sharp objects or debris?

What they are checking: Whether they use PPE and careful handling to avoid cuts and other injuries on the sort line.

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The full job description

As published by Greif.

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. OUR VISION: To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. Job Requisition #: 034568 General Laborer (Open) Job Description: ROLE OVERVIEW: Provides hands on sorting and preparation support for producing accurate quality and quantity of recycled paper stock for mill customers. Key Responsibilities • Maintain a clean and safe work environment. • Consistently demonstrates and incorporates principals of safety for self and others into daily activities. Attends required safety training and participates in emergency drills and exercises. • Reports all safety and quality problems to the Production leads or Production Manager. • Sort materials, such as paper or plastics, into appropriate piles for further processing. • Remove all foreign materials, such as metals, wood, and plastics, depositing materials into collection bins • Stack and band pallets and Gaylords per requirements of facility • May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned. Education and Experience • Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent). Knowledge and Skills • Ability to show up for all scheduled shifts • Reliable Transportation • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand/walk/bend/ lift continuously and perform physical tasks. • Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions. • Ability to work independently or in a group. • Strong attention to detail. #LI-NG1 At Greif , we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $17.55 - $28.03annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $18.50 to $19.50. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive. Benefits Statement: Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one. Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com . All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif . EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

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