Laborer

Mid-City Scrap, LLC.; Westport (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-City Scrap LLC in Massachusetts is seeking a Laborer to sort and process metals, operate balance and cutting equipment, and dismantle end-of-life vehicles. The role focuses on safety, accuracy, and efficient material handling.

The Laborer will identify non-recyclable materials, maintain a clean work area, and support routine labor tasks while following PPE and safety protocols. Prior forklift certification is preferred to assist with heavy material handling.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and parts.
• Basic knowledge of metal types and characteristics.
• High attention to detail.
• Good hand-eye coordination and stamina for repetitive tasks.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and sort non-ferrous metals using visual inspection and handheld tools.
• Operate balers, shears, and other machinery to process materials.
• Process and dismantle end-of-life vehicles including draining and removal of parts.
• Identify and remove any non-recyclable or hazardous material.
• Maintain consistent pace and accuracy.
• Assist with general labor tasks as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Clear communication

Safety compliance

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Description

The Laborer is responsible for handling, sorting, and processing non-ferrous and ferrous metals (e.g., copper, aluminum, brass). This position ensures materials are properly categorized and prepared for resale or further processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and sort non-ferrous metals using visual inspection and handheld tools.


• Operate balers, shears, and other machinery to process materials.


• Processing and dismantling end-of-life vehicles including draining and removal of parts.


• Identify and remove any non-recyclable or hazardous material.


• Maintain consistent pace and accuracy.


• Assist with general labor tasks as needed.


• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and parts.


• Basic knowledge of metal types and characteristics.


• High attention to detail.


• Good hand-eye coordination and stamina for repetitive tasks.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE.


• Forklift certification preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.


• Requires standing for long periods of time, walking on uneven ground, bending, twisting, lifting up to 50 lbs, operating small machinery and tools with hands.


• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

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.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age.

An offer of U.S. employment by Mid-City Scrap LLC is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Mid City Scrap does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law.