Material Handler

External SA Recycling; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with company match

Weekly pay

Referral incentives

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a Material Handler to support safe and efficient operations in the outside yard. You will work with hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to load, unload containers and move scrap metal as needed, while maintaining compliance with safety standards.

The role requires the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, adapt to varying weather, and pass post-offer checks. Competitive pay, benefits, and 401k with company match are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-year prior general labor in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Previous Hydraulic Crane experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

Responsibilities

• Basic sorting of scrap, as well as metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Provide a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Operate a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to lift, sort, load or unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Safety minded

Ability to follow instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic Crane

Industrial equipment operation

Job description

We are looking for hard-working, reliable and safety minded individuals to join our team as a Material Handler. As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to load, unload containers and trailers and lift and move scrap metal of varying sizes and weights around the work area.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

Responsibilities of a Material Handler

• Basic sorting of scrap, as well as metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Provide a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Operate a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to lift, sort, load or unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Qualifications of a Material Handler

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-year previous general labor in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Previous Hydraulic Crane experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

Physical Requirements

Work Environment: Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard
Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics tools
Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
Work Capacity: Shredder Operator _ Work Capacity
Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste
Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping

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.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.