General Laborer – Scrap Metal Sorting & Forklift

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive pay

health insurance

retirement plan

education assistance

paid time off

and more

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company is seeking a General Laborer at our Warren, MI site. Responsibilities include loading/unloading materials, sorting scrap metals, and operating mobile equipment such as forklifts and skid steers.

Candidates must be 18+, capable of lifting 50 lbs, and able to read, write, and perform basic math. Pre-employment background and drug screening required. We offer competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Experience operating mobile equipment preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including PPE use and maintaining cleanliness.
• Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, docks, and vehicles.
• Sort recycled materials and metals to separate high-grade metals.
• Operate and maintain mobile equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, street sweeper, and/or water trucks.
• Perform tasks involving physical labor with tools.
• Identify scrap types and undesired elements.
• Remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles.
• Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and housekeeping.
• Assist mechanics in equipment maintenance.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Perform other general laborer tasks as required.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Follow oral/written instructions

Climb ladders

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklifts

Skid steers

Street sweeper

Water trucks

Job description

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company is seeking a General Laborer at our Warren, MI site. Responsibilities include loading/unloading materials, sorting scrap metals, and operating mobile equipment such as forklifts and skid steers.

Candidates must be 18+, capable of lifting 50 lbs, and able to read, write, and perform basic math. Pre-employment background and drug screening required. We offer competitive pay and benefits.