Light Equipment Operator

Alter Trading; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Trading Corporation in Norfolk, NE seeks a dependable Light Equipment Operator to support recycling operations. You will operate a variety of yard equipment including forklift, grapple cranes, stationary baler and shear, while ensuring safe, efficient handling of materials.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and prior equipment experience. Candidates must lift 30–50 lbs and 100+ lbs with a two-person lift, interact with customers and vendors, and follow all PPE and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience operating forklifts, loaders or balers.
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs and 100+ lbs with a two-person lift.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including forklift, grapple cranes, baler and shear.
• Inspect and maintain safety and working condition of equipment.
• Load, unload and sort material to quality standards.
• Follow PPE and safety standards; interact with customers and vendors.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Customer interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Grapple cranes

Stationary baler

Stationary shear

Job description

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Light Equipment Operator

Full Time Production Norfolk, NE, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Light Equipment Operator

Alter Trading Corporation, a 125+ year old, $2B+, privately held company with more than 70 scrap metal processing facilities throughout eight states in the Midwest and Southern region is searching for an energetic, dependable Light Equipment Operator for it operations located in Norfolk, NE. Alter is committed to our customers by being the best source of both ferrous and non-ferrous metal and by giving great customer service. Our corporate support center and marketing is located in St. Louis, MO, with Trading Offices located in St. Louis and in Hong Kong. Our website is www.Altertrading.com

Job Description/Responsibilities

Light Equipment Operator assists in the recycling process by operating a variety of equipment including forklift, grapple cranes, stationary shear, stationary baler, etc.

• Inspects equipment, make sure everything is safe and in working condition
• Loads, unloads and sorts material
• Inspects materials to quality standards
• Knows quality standards, materials grades, what materials can/cannot be loaded
• Utilizes all yard operating equipment including: shag truck, forklifts, skid steer, wheel loader, stationary baler, stationary shear, alligator shear as necessary
• Performs basic maintenance on the machinery
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Must wear all necessary PPE while working or while in the yard. Follows company safety standards at all times. Failure to follow safety standards may result in loss of position.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required. Prior experience operating equipment including forklifts, wheel loaders, bobcats, stationary balers or shears required.

The right candidate must be able to lift a minimum of 30-50 lbs. and 100+lbs on 2-person lift.

Candidate must be able to effectively interact with customers and vendors. Individual must be willing to learn, be adaptable and be a self-motivated.