Heavy Equipment Grapple Operator -5+ years experience

External SA Recycling•San Bernardino, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Grapple Operator to join our team in the scrap metal industry. This role involves operating metal processing equipment safely, monitoring operations for malfunctions, and performing various material handling tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of safety procedures and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in scrap metal industry
Must pass a medical physical and drug test
Must pass a background check
Ability to communicate with others effectively
Ability to understand direction (written or oral)
Ability to use basic math skills as the job demands

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus

Responsibilities

Operate metal processing equipment using safe work habits
Observe processing operations so that malfunctions can be detected, and notify maintenance of any malfunctions.
Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
Safely clean equipment when jams occur
Follow all procedures e.g. LOTOTO, Fall Prevention, and Fire Prevention
Clean up work area at the end of shift
Keep work areas neat and orderly
Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.