General Labor - Forklift Operator

SA Recycling; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

401k with a Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A scrap metal recycling company in Bowling Green, Kentucky, is looking for a dedicated laborer to operate metal processing equipment and manage sorting tasks in a safe environment. Candidates should be able to learn quickly and work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Responsibilities include operating equipment, ensuring safety protocols, and assisting with yard operations. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and bilingual skills in English and Spanish are a plus. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate metal processing equipment safely.
• Notify maintenance of any operational malfunctions.
• Sort scrap and metal for processing.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math skills

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Metal processing equipment

Hoists

Job description

The laborer works on various tasks as assigned. The tasks will include, but are not limited to: general housekeeping, metal processing, upgrading, and assisting technical workers.

A laborer shall be able to learn new skills on the job, progress to more technical tasks, and become more independent. Operates Forklift and responsible for the safe operation of metal processing equipment. Provide backup or help throughout the yard as needed or assigned. Basic sorting of scrap, as well as metal and debris in preparation for processing.

Provide a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.

This position works outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Job Duties

• Operate metal processing equipment using safe work habits
• Observe processing operations so that malfunctions can be detected, and notify maintenance of any malfunctions.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
• Safely clean equipment when jams occur
• Follow all procedures e.g. LOTOTO, Fall Prevention, and Fire Prevention
• Basic sorting of scrap, as well as metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Provide backup or help throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members. Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation, Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test
• Must pass a background check
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi‑lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
• Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures. This position may work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: All Weather Conditions Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard
• Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics tools
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate
• Work Capacity: Shredder Operator _ Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping

SA Recycling offers

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
• 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

PLEASE NOTE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post‑offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified). All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.