General Laborer

About the role

The General Laborer at the Shelbyville, TN location is responsible for the processing of scrap metals using various tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
• Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, docks, delivery vehicles, staging areas, or containers using mobile equipment or by hand.
• Sort a variety of recycled materials and metals to separate out high-grade metals and removes any non-conforming metals.
• Operate & maintain mobile equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers, street sweeper, and/or water trucks.
• Perform tasks involving physical labor using tools, including but not limited to standard hand tools, torch, bander, chop saw, alligator shear, saw zall, and wire snips.
• Identify scrap including the grade and type of material and any undesirable elements within the material.
• Remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles as required.
• Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping.
• Absorb and assist mechanics in the maintenance of equipment including plant equipment.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Perform other general laborer tasks as required.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Experience operating mobile equipment preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Qualifications

• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.

Skills

• Physical labor skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Reading and writing skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate and maintain mobile equipment.
• Ability to identify and sort scrap materials.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.

Benefits

Ferrous Processing and Trading offers an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Pay

Competitive pay is offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and may vary based on department needs.

Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.