Laborer

Sims Metal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,908 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal is seeking a yard assistant to support daily operations in a busy scrap-metal environment. You will help sort, process, and prepare materials for shipment while working outdoors in an industrial setting.

The role emphasizes safety, with PPE and physical labor required; forklift certification is preferred to assist with loading and unloading tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift certified.
• Must be able to wear PPE and perform outdoor/industrial work.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and work in physical labor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily yard operations: sorting, processing, handling scrap metal.
• Load/unload materials manually or with equipment.
• Sort ferrous vs non-ferrous metals by type and grade.
• Prepare scrap for shipment and maintain a clean work area.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE as required.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school/GED

Tools

Forklift certified

Job description

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

With a promote‑from‑within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment.

Up to $21.79

Purpose Of The Role

Assist in the daily operations of the yard, including sorting, processing, and handling various types of scrap metal. This role requires attention to safety, and the ability to work in outdoor and industrial environments.

Principal Accountabilities

• Perform & maintain general housekeeping.
• Load and unload materials manually or with use of manual lifting equipment.
• Sort and separate metals (e.g., ferrous vs. non‑ferrous) according to type and grade.
• Assist with preparing scrap materials for shipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work site.
• Follow proper safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Forklift certified.
• Must be able to comfortably wear all Personal Protective Equipment. (I.e. Uniforms, Safety glasses, Steel Toed Shoes, Hard hat, etc.)
• Previous experience in a recycling, scrap, or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. and perform physical labor in outdoor or industrial conditions.
• Basic knowledge of metal types (training provided if necessary).

Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero‑harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At Sims together we are a diverse group ofemployees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.