NF Grader/Sorter
About the Role
Grader/Sorters are primarily responsible for grading and sorting incoming metal products according to factors such as appearance and quality to ensure correct processing and usage. Other responsibilities include general yard cleanup and maintenance functions. This is a physical job requiring frequent walking on uneven ground, handling and grasping materials, crouching, bending, reaching, climbing, twisting, pushing, pulling, and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity is needed for close detail work, and the ability to hear and communicate by speech is essential for safety.
Responsibilities
- Strictly adhere to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
- Provide a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
- Perform general clean up and yard maintenance, including digging, sweeping, weed and brush control, and blacktop repair.
- Sort scrap, metal, and debris in preparation for processing.
- Grease and clean equipment at the shear and/or shredder.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance at the railroad as required.
- Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
- Report all equipment deficiencies or malfunctions to the proper supervisor.
Requirements
- Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
- Basic ability to speak and understand English.
- Willingness to learn new tasks as assigned.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive an automobile.
- U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older; Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
Qualifications
- Experience in a scrap yard preferred.
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.
Radius Recycling participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires. An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.