Recycling & Waste Management Workforce Solutions

Safety-First Labor for Georgia MRFs | OSHA Certified

First National Staffing Group provides specialized, OSHA-trained labor for Georgia's waste management and recycling sector. We staff Material Recovery Facilities (MRF), Transfer Stations, and Scrap Yards with W-2 personnel trained in Lockout/Tagout, PPE protocols, and Hazardous Material identification. We offer a 24-hour fill guarantee for sorters and heavy equipment operators.

Reduce Safety Incidents & Liability

High turnover in MRFs leads to higher injury rates. Analyze your current safety exposure and see how our trained workforce reduces risk.

  • Safety Incident Risk Score
  • Turnover Cost Analysis
  • Sorting Line Efficiency Model
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Market Data Identified

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Skill Gaps / Training
Line Stoppages
Shift Coverage (2nd/3rd)
Safety / OSHA Fines
50 Employees
10500+

Georgia Waste & Recycling Labor Index (2025)

Prioritizing safety to reduce liability and downtime.

Wages

$16.50/hr

Avg. Sorter Wage

Competitive pay for demanding roles.

SAFETY FOCUS
Incident Rate

0.2% (vs Industry 4.5%)

Safety Incident Rate

Drastically lower risk with FNSG.

Stability

88%

Retention Rate

Via On-Site Safety Leads.

Mitigating High-Risk Liability

Recycling is a high-injury sector. We insulate your facility from risk with rigorous training and comprehensive coverage.

  • OSHA 10/30 Training

    Every placement undergoes site-specific safety induction before stepping on the floor.

  • Hepatitis B & Tetanus

    Vaccination verification via our Health Screening Network.

  • Workers' Comp Shield

    We carry full liability, protecting your experience modification rate (EMR).

Zero-Liability Workforce

Safety First

Operational Efficiency

Slow sorting lines kill profitability. Our Bilingual On-Site Leads manage the line speed and quality control (contamination removal) so your supervisors can focus on plant logistics. We track Picks-Per-Minute and attendance in real-time.

Roles & Capabilities

Trained personnel ready for high-volume processing.

Role CategorySafety CertificationPPE StandardDeployment SpeedAction
Sort Line StaffSharps AwarenessPuncture-Resistant Gloves24 HoursView Rates
Baler OperatorsLockout/TagoutSteel Toe / Vest / Eye24-48 HoursView Rates
Clamp/ForkliftOSHA Powered TruckHigh-Vis / Hard Hat24 HoursView Rates
Yard JockeysCDL Class A (Yard)Weather Gear72 HoursView Rates

Trusted by Industry Leaders

NWRA Member SWANA Member OSHA 30 Certified E-Verify

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide PPE for recycling sorters?

Yes. We ensure all staff arrive with standard PPE (High-vis vests, steel-toe boots, safety glasses). Specialized cut-resistant gloves can be managed via your specific account protocols.

How do you handle safety training for new recycling staff?

We conduct a digital "Hazard Awareness" module covering conveyor safety, lockout/tagout awareness, and biological hazards before they arrive at your MRF.

Can you staff 2nd and 3rd shift sorting lines?

Yes. We specialize in 24/7 facility coverage and provide overnight on-site leads to ensure 3rd-shift attendance matches 1st-shift reliability.

Areas We Serve

Supporting waste hubs in Atlanta, Norcross (Gwinnett), Gainesville, and Savannah Port Area.