General Labor

SA Recycling is looking for a General Laborer .The laborer works on various tasks as assigned. The tasks will include, but are not limited to: metal processing, upgrading, general housekeeping, and assisting technical workers. A laborer shall be able to learn new skills on the job, progress to more technical tasks, and become more independent. Work Environment: Scrap metal yard, outdoor SA Recycling proudly supports the military community Including, but not limited to: Unloading pallets, boxes, and bundlesMaterial handling / sorting – pushing, pulling, picking, lifting, carrying, and filling up hoppers, boxes, and conveyor beltsUnpacking boxes using box cutters, separating plastics, zip ties, blister packs, and other packaging materialsDisassembling small equipment, cutting wires, torqueing pipefittings, removing bolts, automobile parts, and appliance parts.Work with recycling equipment for processing metal product e.g. metal shears, band saw and wire strippersDirect traffic of yard vehicles traveling through yardLight facility maintenance – painting, scraping, moving furniture and equipmentMaintenance – selecting and using tools properly, pulling and installing parts for machinery, working with other employees to assist machinery repairHousekeeping – sweeping, cleaning, shoveling, and debris collectionModerate and Periodic landscaping workClean up work area at the end of shiftKeep work areas neat and orderlyRegular attendance and punctuality are essential job functionsOrganizing materials to have more effective use of spaceDispose of various waste materials in the appropriate mannerInspection to ensure cleanup is completedEffective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members. Qualifications Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.Must pass a medical physical and drug testMust pass a background checkPreferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptableBi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plusAbility to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demandsWillingness to learn how to: sort metal, identify colors, shapes, and weights; properly maintain equipment; properly utilize PPE Physical Requirements Work Environment: Scrap metal yard, outdoorEquipment & Tools: Yard equipment, hand tools, and PPE.Physical Demand Level: Moderate to heavyWork Capacity: Laborer Work CapacitySensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and tasteHand Movements: Repetitive motions, grippingAll weather Job Expectations Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures. SA Recycling offers: Competitive PayEligible for Safety and Performance BonusesComprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care401k with a Company MatchGrowth opportunities and promotions from withinWeekly PayCompany provided uniforms and PPE PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified). All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.