Plant General Labor & Office Team Member - Dickson, TN

Shapiro; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focused on sustainability is seeking a Plant General Labor & Office Team Member in Dickson, TN. You will be part of a dedicated team, operating essential equipment, ensuring safe practices, and assisting with administrative tasks. Ideal for those interested in a stable career in metal recycling and sustainable manufacturing.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Sick and Personal Time

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Professional work attitude
• Ability to follow instructions

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and Bob Cat equipment
• Perform complex clerical tasks and administrative support
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment

Skills

Ability to become operator certified

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Good safety record

Proficiency in MS Office

Ability to multitask

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Plant General Labor & Office Team Member - Dickson, TN

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Base pay range

$16.80/hr - $20.47/hr

Direct message the job poster from Shapiro

We’re looking for dedicated team members to join the Shapiro team to help out in our growing recycling and metal processing operations. Our team of general laborers, drivers, and mechanics are Shapiro’s in-house materials experts, and we count on them to keep operations safe, sustainable, and running smoothly.

If you’re interested in learning more about metal recycling and sustainable manufacturing and want to build a steady career while doing it—this may be the job for you.

Join the Shapiro Mission

Shapiro is not your typical recycling company. Our work goes far beyond metal recycling. With a strong focus on sustainability, we’re bringing our partners into the future of smart manufacturing and building a better world for everyone.

After more than 100 years in this business, we’re operating more like a startup than ever, fostering innovation among our team of 140 and counting. Shapiro’s strategic buyers, sales leaders, mechanics, drivers, process engineers, and sustainability superheroes all play an essential role in transforming our industry and the world.

What You’ll Do at Shapiro

• Become “operator certified” in both forklift and Bob Cat operation
• Operate forklift and/or Bob Cat equipment throughout the processing plant and materials yard
• Identify problems with your equipment to ensure safe operation
• Recognize metals by pattern, color, configuration, and other means to grade them accurately
• Load and unload trucks
• Load and unload tubs and containers of metal product
• Scoop and move loose metal products
• Add and remove tubs, containers, and loose product from inventory
• Operate separators to upgrade products
• Hand-work metals to grade, separate and remove impurities
• Perform all baler duties, including operating, cleaning, and maintenance
• Preventative maintenance of any equipment

Administrative- Duties include but not limited to performing a variety of complex clerical and entry-level administrative tasks, applying generally accepted office procedures to the preparation and maintenance of various records and providing administrative support to all employees in the office and plant.

• Quarterly Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• AD&D and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) and 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Sick and Personal Time
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Clothing Allowance Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Need to Have

• The ability to become an “operator certified” in forklift and Bob Cat (We’ll provide the necessary training)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good safety record from previous employment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Professional work attitude and pleasant mannerisms
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all employees and a variety of external agencies
• Ability to multitask and prioritize efficiently

Nice to Have

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience with recycling or sustainability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.80 - $20.47 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Environmental Quality Programs

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