Shear/Heavy Equipment Operator

Sa-Recycling; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling in Harvey, LA is seeking a Shear Operator to safely operate metal processing equipment, including shearing systems, conveyors, and hoists. The role emphasizes strict adherence to safety protocols and the ability to detect malfunctions promptly.

You must have extensive experience in metal processing, be able to lift and move materials, and work with others in a fast-paced environment. A background check and medical/drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience required.
• Must pass medical physical and drug test.
• Background check required.
• HS diploma or GED preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use basic math.

Responsibilities

• Operate metal shearing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Observe operations to detect malfunctions and notify maintenance.
• Lift/manually or with hoists materials, including loading/unloading.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety procedures.
• Comply with safety rules (LOTOTO, Fall and Fire Prevention).
• Perform housekeeping and organize materials for space efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

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 test
• Must 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

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