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Material Handler/Equipment Operator in Oklahoma City

Energy Jobline ZR, Oklahoma City, OK, United States


Job Description
Scrap Management of Oklahoma is looking for a Material Handler/Equipment Operator to add to our growing team. This position requires the expert, safe operation of various types of heavy equipment to move, organize, stack, load and unload processed and unprocessed scrap metal.

Requirements

Operates heavy equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures

Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment

Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment; maintains accurate records in the form of pre and post shift inspections

Monitor and maintain all production equipment, i.e. material handlers, front end wheel loaders, track excavator with shear attachment, semi tractors, rail car mover, skid steer, balers, shears, etc.

Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures

Expected to report any defects or needed repairs to supervisor immediately

Willing to cross-train in other positions and assists other employees as needed

Ensure a clean, safe and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards

Follow instructions from Shredder & Maintenance Superintendent

Must be able to identify and sort various scrap metal commodities

Safely categorize and stack scrap metal material

Attend all scheduled training and meetings

All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 3 years previous experience operating heavy equipment

Expert knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to adhere to scheduled hours with dependability and consistency

Ability to adapt to a constantly changing landscape

Ability to work well under the pressure of meeting demands and deadlines

Excellent professional presence and work ethic

Must be able to identify scrap metal commodities

Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment

Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions

Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions

Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations

English (); Bilingual a plus

Safety

Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and environmental standards

Follow all safety guidelines and protocol, including wearing of all PPE

Adhere to all local, state, OSHA, and environmental regulations

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