Forklift Operator/General Labourer

Ram Iron & Metal Inc.

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Ram Iron & Metal Inc is a privately owned Canadian Company that has been actively involved in the recycling industry since 1983. They are dealers, processors, and brokers of all grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, contributing to environmental protection through waste reduction efforts. Ram Iron & Metal is ISO certified for 9001, 14001 and 45001, ensuring consistent quality and safety, driving organizational improvements, and supporting employee training and development. The company is seeking a talented and driven Forklift Operator/General Labourer to join their team. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Non-Ferrous, this role will be responsible for overseeing the inspection, grading, sorting, and processing of non-ferrous materials. The successful candidate must be comfortable working outdoors in all types of weather conditions and will assist in various daily operations including scrap inspections, sorting, processing materials, operating mobile equipment, and communicating with drivers, colleagues, and contractors.

Requirements

Experience with a forklift (valid forklift certification on Counterbalance).
Previous experience and willingness to working outdoors.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of metal materials is an asset.
Experience with skid-steer is an asset.
Experience with rotator/clamp is an asset.
Cross-dock experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service to customers and contractors.
Operate forklift and provide dedicated containers to customer to offload materials.
Verify incoming materials to ensure they meet conformity requirements.
Operate computer and input weights and grades of materials into system.
Perform sorting and processing tasks for non-ferrous scrap metals.
Conduct commodity-specific breakdowns during the processing phase.
Segregate any non-conforming materials into designated containers or areas.
Manage vehicle traffic flow within the yard to ensure the safe movement of personnel and vehicles.
Maintain clear roadways and uphold yard housekeeping to meet required standards.
Operate equipment such as forklift or skid-steer under the direction of the supervisor.
Other duties as required, not limited to responsibilities listing above.