Shear/Heavy Equipment Operator

SA Recycling; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling in Harvey, LA is hiring a Shear Operator to safely operate metal processing equipment in a scrap metal facility. You will load, unload, and feed materials into shear machines while adhering to safety rules and procedures.

Qualifications include 10 years in metal processing, ability to pass medical and drug screening, and the potential bonus of English/Spanish bilingual skills. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in metal processing or related field.
• Must pass medical physical and drug test; background check.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Strong communication and math skills as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate metal shearing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor operations and notify maintenance of malfunctions.
• Handle materials and keep work area clean and organized.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTOTO, fall and fire prevention.
• Maintain punctual attendance as required.

Skills

Metalworking experience

Safety compliance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Shredder equipment

Hoists & hydraulic motors

Job description

The Shear Operator is responsible for the safe operation of metal processing equipment. Must have experience to be considered for this position Operating hydraulic, mechanical, or shearing equipment to shear, cut, or slit materials.

Job Duties

Including, but not limited to:

• Operate metal shearing equipment using safe work habits
• Observe shear operations to detect malfunctions and to notify maintenance.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
• Safely clean equipment when jams occur
• Follow all procedures e.g. LOTOTO, Fall Prevention, and Fire Prevention
• Clean up work area at the end of shift
• Keep work areas neat and orderly
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Qualifications

• Must have 10 years of Experience for this position
• Must pass a medical physical and drug testMust pass a background check
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
• Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

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