Heavy Equipment Operator — Scrap Metal Sorting & Processing

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Selmer (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator for a metal recycling facility. The role focuses on loading, unloading, sorting, moving, and processing scrap metals while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive backhoe experience and a proven track record operating heavy machinery in industrial settings, adhering to OSHA regulations and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial environment.
• Extensive backhoe operating experience required.
• Commitment to safety and efficient workflow.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including backhoes, excavators, loaders, forklifts, material handlers, and other machinery used in scrap metal processing.
• Load, unload, sort, and transport ferrous and non-ferrous metals throughout the facility.
• Feed processing equipment and assist with material handling operations.
• Inspect equipment before and after use and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on equipment as needed.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and work safely around employees, customers, and equipment.
• Assist with yard cleanup and general facility maintenance.
• Accurately identify and separate different types of recyclable metals.
• Support production goals while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator for a metal recycling facility. The role focuses on loading, unloading, sorting, moving, and processing scrap metals while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive backhoe experience and a proven track record operating heavy machinery in industrial settings, adhering to OSHA regulations and safety policies.