Metal Recycling Operator

Sims Metal; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal in the United States is seeking a capable general laborer to join our production team. You will operate safety equipment and machinery, inspect materials, sort items, load and unload from conveyors, and help keep equipment clean.

This role requires a high school diploma (or GED) or related experience, physical stamina, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. We offer competitive pay and benefits and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Safety awareness and ability to follow safe work practices.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual tasks.
• Teamwork and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Operate machinery used in the production process or assist machine operators.
• Inspect materials and sort items or materials into piles or places in bins or barrels according to type, size, condition, coloring marking or other characteristics.
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors and conveyances.
• Clean and lubricate equipment.
• Sweeps and shovels residual waste from process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sims Metal in the United States is seeking a capable general laborer to join our production team. You will operate safety equipment and machinery, inspect materials, sort items, load and unload from conveyors, and help keep equipment clean.

This role requires a high school diploma (or GED) or related experience, physical stamina, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. We offer competitive pay and benefits and a strong safety culture.