NF Laborer

Purpose of the Role

Assist in the daily operations of the yard, including sorting, processing, and handling various types of scrap metal. This role requires attention to safety, and the ability to work in outdoor and industrial environments.

Principal Accountabilities

• Perform & maintain general housekeeping.
• Load and unload materials manually or with the use of a forklift
• Sort and separate metals (e.g., ferrous vs. non-ferrous) according to type and grade
• Absorb and prepare scrap materials for shipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work site
• Follow proper safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Qualifications/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Forklift certified
• Must be able to comfortably wear all Personal Protective Equipment. (I.e. Uniforms, Safety glasses, Steel Toed Shoes, Hard hat, etc.)
• Previous experience in a recycling, scrap, or industrial environment preferred
• Able to lift 40 lbs. and perform physical labor in outdoor or industrial conditions
• Basic knowledge of metal types (training provided if necessary)

Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Pay

Competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.