Laborer/Operator

SA Recycling • Saint Louis, MO

75d

About The Position

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for an individual to join our team as a Laborer/Operator. As a Laborer you will be responsible for the unloading, processing, and disassembly of various types of scrap metal; yard clean up and maintenance; and other general physical labor duties. As an Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a front-end loader, hydraulic crane and other heavy equipment used load, unload, and move scrap metal around the yard. This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-2 years' experience in identifying and sorting ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• 1-year experience operating heavy equipment; operations in the scrap metal, mining, or construction industries preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a positive customer experience by answering questions; assisting in the unloading and sorting of materials; educating customers on acceptable materials; and thanking them for their business.
• Provide a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Accurate sorting of ferrous and non-ferrous materials into the proper containers and perform additional processing prior to shipping to our customers.
• De-pollute vehicles by removing all fluids, batteries, catalytic converters, etc. following environmental and company guidelines.
• 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.
• 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.
• Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees