Yard Worker

Russel Metals; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metals distribution company in Cambridge is seeking a Yard Worker to assist in processing orders to customer specifications. This role includes outdoor work and requires compliance with safety procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong attention to detail. The hourly rate starts at $27.41 and increases based on tenure. Join us for a competitive salary and benefits program.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Benefits program

Pension plan

Development and Growth Opportunities

Various incentive and recognition programs

Qualifications

• Proficiency in the English language (reading, writing).
• Able to work as a team and independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Comply with workplace policies and procedures.
• Complete pre-inspection equipment reports before each shift.
• Accurately pick material for shipment to customer.
• Ensure safe procedures are followed while loading and unloading material.
• Perform all housekeeping responsibilities.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Band saw operation

Job description

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.

Reasons to Join Our Team!

• Competitive base salary
• Benefits program
• Pension plan
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Various incentive and recognition programs.

Job Summary:

The Yard Worker will assist and support plant personnel to efficiently process orders to customer specifications.

We are looking for A Swing Shift worker who will rotate 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm every 2-week rotation (Monday-Friday).

We are also looking for one Night shift worker 11pm-7am (Sunday night to Friday morning).

The Yard Worker works outdoors so working in the elements is a requirement. Due to our safety sensitive work environment, employment is conditional upon successfully passing a medical assessment including drug testing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Comply with workplace policies and procedures (operational and health and safety)
• Complete pre-inspection equipment reports before each shift
• Accurately pick material for shipment to customer
• Ensure safe procedures are followed while loading and unloading material on or off trucks
• Perform all housekeeping responsibilities
• Comply with workplace policies and procedures (operational and health and safety).

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in the English language (reading, writing)
• Able to work as a team and independently
• Ability to work in a fast-pace environment
• Strong attention to detail.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferable:

• Relevant experience with the ability to operate forklift, overhead crane, and band saw as required

Hourly Rate: $27.41 (Start - 60 days), $28.41 (60 days - 120 days), $29.41 (FULL RATE)

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.