Loader Operator

Radius Recycling • Hammond, IN

5d

About The Position

The Loader Operator contributes to the production team by helping meet goals safely and efficiently while following company policies. The role processes vehicles to produce core and scrap products, enable customers to pull parts, and satisfy environmental requirements. It focuses primarily on operating a Front Loader and performing material-handling duties. The operator moves vehicles, cores, scrap, and other materials through the yard; positions loads securely; and uses tool attachments to segregate and dismantle light passenger vehicles. The role also includes prescribed pre-operation checks, inspections, and cleaning of equipment.

Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and stretch outdoors in varying weather for extended periods during a shift.
• Ability to sit for 6–8 hours per day in intervals of 2–3 hours.
• Manual dexterity to handle tools and ability to move 50 pounds regularly.
• Hand-eye coordination and motor skills sufficient to safely operate forklift equipment in an active work area.
• Regular and peripheral vision sufficient to safely operate forklift equipment and perform job functions.
• Hearing sufficient to safely operate forklift equipment in an active work area.
• For U.S. applicants, age 18 or older; for Canada applicants, age 16 or older.
• U.S. employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check. New hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement; this applies to U.S. non-union employees.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience in automotive repair or dismantling.
• Experience with automotive parts and/or retail customers.
• Experience with tools and machinery.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Front Loader, Crusher, Fork Lift, or Skid Steer to move vehicles, cores, scrap, and other materials safely through the yard.
• Position and place loads securely.
• Use tool attachments to segregate and dismantle light passenger vehicles.
• Perform prescribed pre-operation checks, inspections, and cleaning of equipment.
• Help the production team meet goals safely and efficiently while conforming to company policies.
• Process vehicles to produce core and scrap products, enable customers to pull parts, and satisfy environmental requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed