Metal Recycling Equipment Operator

Sa-Recycling; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a Shredder Operator in New York to operate metal processing equipment with safety-first practices. You will load/unload materials, monitor operations, and report malfunctions while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a preference for bilingual English/Spanish and compliance with medical and background checks. The role emphasizes adherence to safety procedures, attendance, and efficient material handling in a scrap metal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual English & Spanish a plus
• Must pass medical physical and drug test
• Must pass a background check
• Ability to communicate effectively, understand written or oral directions, and use basic math as required

Responsibilities

• Operate metal processing equipment using safe work habits
• Observe processing operations and notify maintenance of malfunctions
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or with hoists
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances
• Safely clean equipment when jams occur
• Follow safety procedures (LOTO, Fall Prevention, Fire Prevention)
• Keep work areas neat and orderly
• Actual obligations include regular attendance and punctuality
• Organize materials to optimize space use
• Dispose of waste materials properly
• Inspect to ensure cleanup is completed
• Maintain housekeeping for safety and hygienic conditions for all team members

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SA Recycling is seeking a Shredder Operator in New York to operate metal processing equipment with safety-first practices. You will load/unload materials, monitor operations, and report malfunctions while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a preference for bilingual English/Spanish and compliance with medical and background checks. The role emphasizes adherence to safety procedures, attendance, and efficient material handling in a scrap metal