Entry Level Picker Union

External SA Recycling•San Pedro, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level position with a focus on material handling, sorting, and basic maintenance within a recycling environment. The role involves various physical tasks to ensure efficient processing of materials and upkeep of the facility.

Requirements

Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
Must pass a background check.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to understand direction (written or oral).
Ability to use basic math skills as the job demands.
Willingness to learn how to sort metal, identify colors, shapes, and weights.
Willingness to learn how to properly maintain equipment.
Willingness to learn how to properly utilize PPE.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Unloading pallets, boxes, and bundles.
Material handling and sorting, including pushing, pulling, picking, lifting, carrying, and filling hoppers, boxes, and conveyor belts.
Unpacking boxes using box cutters and separating packaging materials.
Disassembling small equipment, cutting wires, torqueing pipe fittings, and removing parts like bolts, automobile parts, and appliance parts.
Working with recycling equipment for processing metal product, such as metal shears, band saws, and wire strippers.
Directing traffic of yard vehicles.
Performing light facility maintenance, including painting, scraping, and moving furniture and equipment.
Assisting with machinery repair by selecting and using tools properly, pulling and installing parts, and collaborating with other employees.
Performing housekeeping duties such as sweeping, cleaning, shoveling, and debris collection.
Conducting moderate and periodic landscaping work.
Cleaning up the work area at the end of the shift.
Keeping work areas neat and orderly.
Organizing materials for effective use of space.
Disposing of various waste materials in the appropriate manner.
Performing inspections to ensure cleanup is completed.
Maintaining effective housekeeping in the workplace area for safety and hygiene.