Now hiring at-home LEGO sorters · Milan, IL
Get paid to sort LEGO.
$1.35 per pound sorted. Pick up bulk LEGO, sort it at home on your own schedule, and bring it back within 30 days.
How it works
- ApplyFill out the short form below. We'll text you to confirm a pickup time.
- Pick upGrab a batch of bulk LEGO at 337 2nd Ave E, Milan, IL. Mon–Fri 6am–1pm or by appointment. Sign the Sorting Agreement + $25 refundable deposit (first batch only).
- Sort at homeSort into 24 categories using our Sorting Guide. Work whenever it suits you.
- Return & get paidBring everything back within 30 days, finished or not. You're paid $1.35/lb for sorted LEGO. Prefer LEGO? Pick LEGO from your own sort as payment, or take store credit worth your cash pay plus 15%, at GBL retail prices.
Who it's for
Detail-lovers
If sorting is satisfying to you, this is your job.
Flexible schedules
Parents, retirees, students, anyone with spare hours at home.
Smoke-free homes
No smoking around LEGO, ever. Smoke smell ruins bricks.
Near Milan, IL
You'll need reliable transportation to pick up and return batches.
Perks
Refer a friend
$5 cash or a $5 GBL gift card when a sorter you refer returns their box within 30 days.
Get paid in LEGO
Prefer LEGO? Pick LEGO from your own sort as payment, or take store credit worth your cash pay plus 15%, at GBL retail prices.
Top 5 sorter tips
- Work every day, even if it's just 30 minutes.
- Listen to the radio, an audiobook, or a podcast.
- Use a take-apart tool (brick separator).
- Keep your workstation set up so you can jump right in.
- Take a 30-second break every 15 minutes and flex your fingers.
Sorting Guide
Sort into these 24 GBL categories. Bag or bin each one and label it with its category number (1-24).
Download the Sorting Guide (PDF)
Watch us sort
How to sort LEGO for a massive warehouse of parts to build with or sell! More videos on our YouTube channel
See the sorting guide (24 categories)Hide the sorting guide
- 1
Round Bricks, Cylinders & Dishes
Round bricks 2x2 and up, cylinders, dishes and domes.
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3941 
4740 
3960 
30361 
553 
87081 That's every example for this category.
- 2
Large Plates
Plates 2x3 and larger, plain or modified.
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3020 
3021 
3795 
3034 
3031 
3958 That's every example for this category.
- 3
Wedge & Round Plates
Wedge plates and round plates bigger than 2x2.
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41769 
41770 
43722 
43723 
60474 
11213 That's every example for this category.
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2x2 Plates
Square 2x2 plates, modified 2x2 plates and 2x2 round plates.
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3022 
4032 
3176 
2415 
87580 
15535 That's every example for this category.
- 5
1x2 Plates
Plain and modified 1x2 plates.
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3023 
3794a 
15573 
32028 
2540 
3839b That's every example for this category.
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Long 1-Wide Plates
1x3 and longer plates, plain or modified.
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3623 
3710 
3666 
3460 
4477 
60479 That's every example for this category.
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1x1 Plates, Tiles & Studs
1x1 round, square and modified plates, 1x1 tiles (square and round) and studs.
Bonus: separate round 1x1s from square 1x1s.
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4073 
3024 
4081b 
85861 
3070 
98138 That's every example for this category.
- 8
Tiles
Smooth-top tiles 1x2 and larger, any shape (1x1 tiles go to 7).
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3069 
3068 
2431 
63864 
87079 
14719 That's every example for this category.
- 9
Printed & Decorated
Any piece with a printed design or sticker (minifig parts go to 22).
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3068pb0118 
4865pb001 
3005pb016 
3005pe1 
3069pb0030 
3039p23 That's every example for this category.
- 10
Slopes & Wedges
Regular, curved and inverted slopes, wedges and roof pieces.
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3040 
3039 
11477 
15068 
3665 
50950 That's every example for this category.
- 11
1x1 Bricks & Cones
1x1 bricks, 1x1 round bricks and cones.
Bonus: separate the rounds (like 3062 and 4589) and the squares into two different groups.
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3005 
3062 
4589 
33286 
87087 
47905 That's every example for this category.
- 12
1x2 Bricks
Plain and modified 1x2 bricks.
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3004 
3065 
98283 
11211 
2877 
30236 That's every example for this category.
- 13
Long 1-Wide Bricks
1x3 and longer bricks, plain or modified.
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3622 
3010 
3009 
3008 
30414 
6111 That's every example for this category.
- 14
2x2 & Larger Bricks
2x2 bricks and anything 2 wide or bigger.
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3003 
3001 
3002 
2357 
3007 
30145 That's every example for this category.
- 15
Arches
Arches and curved-top bricks of all sizes.
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3659 
6182 
92950 
3455 
6005 
18653 That's every example for this category.
- 16
Hinges & Brackets
Hinge plates and bricks, clips, brackets and sideways mounts.
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99780 
99781 
44728 
2429c01 
4276b 
3937 That's every example for this category.
- 17
Wheels & Tires
Wheels, tires, rims, and treads.
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4624 
3641 
55982 
56145 
42610 
30027b That's every example for this category.
- 18
Plants & Trees
Leaves, flowers, stems, trees and other greenery.
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2423 
3741 
4727 
2417 
3471 
6064 That's every example for this category.
- 19
Technic Pins & Axles
Technic pins, axles, bushes and axle connectors.
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2780 
6558 
3706 
32062 
3713 
6536 That's every example for this category.
- 20
Technic Beams & Gears
Liftarms, beams, gears, Technic bricks and other Technic parts.
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32524 
32523 
3648 
32316 
32140 
3647 That's every example for this category.
- 21
Bars, Flags & Hoses
Bars, flags, hoses, and Hero Factory / Bionicle pieces.
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87994 
2335 
30374 
4595 
73590c01a 
32474 That's every example for this category.
- 22
Minifigures & Accessories
Minifig heads, bodies, hair, hats, tools and weapons.
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3626 
973 
970c00 
3624 
3852b 
3959 That's every example for this category.
- 23
Panels, Windows & Doors
Panels, windscreens, windows, doors and frames.
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4865 
87552 
60592 
60593 
3829c01 
60596 That's every example for this category.
- 24
Big Parts
Baseplates, boat hulls and other very large LEGO parts.
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3811 
3857 
2617 
3867 
3865 
30072 That's every example for this category.
Non-LEGO: not a category. Set any non-LEGO pieces aside and return them with your batch.
Common mistakes
- Mixing categoriesKeep each category clean, with no stray pieces mixed in. Plates (2, 4, 5, 6) and smooth tiles (8) go in different bins.
- Parts stuck togetherTake apart all stuck-together pieces. A take-apart tool helps.
- Non-LEGO in the binsSet fake LEGO and other toys aside and return them with your batch. Throw out trash and debris.
- Unlabeled bagsLabel every bag or bin with its category number.
Numbers under each picture are BrickLink part IDs. Not sure where something goes? Text (563) 265-1078.
FAQ
How much will I make?
$1.35 per pound of LEGO you sort. Anything left unsorted is returned with no pay. Prefer LEGO? Pick LEGO from your own sort as payment, or take store credit worth your cash pay plus 15%, at GBL retail prices.
Do you have a referral bonus?
Yes! $5 cash or a $5 GBL gift card when a sorter you refer returns their box within 30 days.
How long do I have?
Return each batch within 30 days, finished or not.
Is there a deposit?
Only on your first batch: a $25 deposit, refunded when you return that batch. You won't need to pay it again after that.
Do I need to sign anything?
Yes. A signed Sorting Agreement is required at your first pickup.
How do I sort it?
Into 24 categories. See the Sorting Guide on this page, or download the Welcome Guide.
Can I smoke while sorting?
No. There's no smoking around LEGO. Only smoke-free homes can sort for us.
What if I don't return a batch?
If you don't return a batch, it's recorded as misappropriation of GBL property.
When can I pick up?
Mon–Fri 6am–1pm, or by appointment. Text (563) 265-1078.
Apply to sort
Thanks! You're almost in.
Next step: pay your $25 first-batch deposit. Add the note GBL deposit + your name (e.g. "GBL deposit Jane Smith"). The deposit is refunded when you return your first batch.
Pay by Venmo @greatbricklab or Cash App $GreatBrickLab (QR codes below).
Great Brick Lab will text you to confirm your pickup time.
Deposit: $25, first batch only
Pay with the note GBL deposit + your name. It's refunded when you return your first batch, and you won't pay it again.
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About Great Brick Lab
About GBL
“To deliver exceptional service to builders globally with a wide selection of Lego from new and used selections.”
- We work for God and not man
- We are a zero-debt organization
- We focus on community engagement
- Our customers deserve the best of our products and services
Our sorting network
Sorters are part of GBL’s processing network, which extends our capacity beyond the warehouse. Members work from home, and we’re growing toward a 50+ member network of sorters and catalogers. We share what we know on our YouTube channel.
Who you’ll work with
Doug Kirk, Operations Manager, handles day-to-day pickups and contractor payouts. Chris James is the owner.
Why LEGO?
LEGO doesn’t decay and can be washed, and parts made over 40 years ago still fit today’s pieces. Pound for pound, LEGO can be worth more than gold, which is why careful sorting matters.
Contact
Paid to Sort by Great Brick Lab
337 2nd Ave E, Milan, IL 61264
Text (563) 265-1078
[email protected]
Pickup: Mon–Fri 6am–1pm or by appointment
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