Hydraulic Crane Operator

SA Recycling • Wooster, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and experienced individual to join our team as a Crane Operator. As a Crane Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of material handler with a grapple or magnet attachment to load and unload containers and trailers; and to lift, sort, and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard. This position will work outside in varying weather conditions.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.
• Must pass a medical physical/drug test and background check
• Ability to communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands.

Nice To Haves

• 1 years’ experience running a material handler in the scrap metal or demolition industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post- operations inspections of assigned equipment according to Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, review cameras, and safety features are clean and operable.
• Continuously check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize production downtime.
• Operate wheeled material handlers to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping, or to feed material to the auto shredder.
• Determine load weights and verify against machine lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Identify, grade, and sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.
• Aid in yard organization to help meet targeted production goals.
• Perform routine maintenance functions of assigned machine (fueling, lubricating, and cleaning).
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Ensure a safe operating area around machine at all times.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
• Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED