Material Handler/Equipment Operator

Midwest Scrap Management Inc•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Scrap Management Industries is looking for a Material Handler/Equipment Operator to add to our growing team. This position requires the expert, safe operation of various types of heavy equipment to move, organize, stack, load and unload processed and unprocessed scrap metal. The ideal candidate will have grapple and magnet experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years previous experience operating heavy equipment
Expert knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles
Ability to adhere to scheduled hours with dependability and consistency
Ability to adapt to a constantly changing landscape
Ability to work well under the pressure of meeting demands and deadlines
Excellent professional presence and work ethic
Must be able to identify scrap metal commodities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions
Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations
English (preferred); Bilingual a plus
Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and environmental standards
Follow all safety guidelines and protocol, including wearing of all PPE
Adhere to all local, state, OSHA, and environmental regulations

Nice To Haves

grapple and magnet experience
Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures
Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment
Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment; maintains accurate records in the form of pre and post shift inspections
Monitor and maintain all production equipment, i.e. material handlers, front end wheel loaders, track excavator with shear attachment, semi tractors, rail car mover, skid steer, balers, shears, etc.
Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures
Expected to report any defects or needed repairs to supervisor immediately
Willing to cross-train in other positions and assists other employees as needed
Ensure a clean, safe and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards
Follow instructions from Shredder & Maintenance Superintendent
Must be able to identify and sort various scrap metal commodities
Safely categorize and stack scrap metal material
Attend all scheduled training and meetings
All other duties as assigned