Description
The Production Employee will efficiently feed material into specified choppers and shredders, extract metals from the wire materials, and assemble the correct packaging while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Recognize and organize different grades of materials appropriately
- Feed material into the chopper or shredder
- Take inventory, maintain and organize material storage area and ensure area is always secure
- Maintain a clean working environment
- Operate mobile equipment safely and efficiently, as required
- Perform daily preventative maintenance on mobile equipment, as required
- Follow dress code and ensure proper PPE is worn at all times
Requirements
Job Requirements/Skills
- Knowledge of Non-Ferrous and Ferrous metals
- Ability to sort materials by hand or using hand tools
- Ability to shovel materials
- Ability to work independently in the absence of direct supervision
Education/Experience
- Material handling and sorting
- Forklift experience preferred
Physical Requirements
- Standing for long periods of time
- Able to lift 50 lbs. continuously
- Able to shovel heavy materials
- Tolerate a dusty environment
- Exposure to physical operations in scrap recycling facilities, including walking/climbing in active industrial yards with uneven surfaces in inclement weather
