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Operations Labor

SA Recycling, Fontana, CA, United States


Operations Labor

SA Recycling is one of the largest scrap metal recyclers in the United States. We are growing, growing, growing! Our operations are quickly expanding. SA Recycling proudly supports the military community.
SA Recycling is looking for a General Laborer. The laborer works on various tasks as assigned. The tasks will include, but are not limited to: general housekeeping, inspecting metal processing, upgrading, and assisting technical workers. A laborer shall be able to learn new skills on the job, progress to more technical tasks, and become more independent. Work Environment: Scrap metal yard, outdoor.
Job Duties Including, but not limited to:
Unloading pallets, boxes, and bundles
Material handling / sorting

pushing, pulling, picking, lifting, carrying, and filling up hoppers, boxes, and conveyor belts
Unpacking boxes using box cutters, separating plastics, zip ties, blister packs, and other packaging materials
Disassembling small equipment, cutting wires, torquing pipefittings, removing bolts, automobile parts, and appliance parts.
Work with recycling equipment for processing metal product e.g. metal shears, band saw and wire strippers
Direct traffic of yard vehicles traveling through yard
Light facility maintenance

painting, scraping, moving furniture and equipment
Maintenance

selecting and using tools properly, pulling and installing parts for machinery, working with other employees to assist machinery repair
Housekeeping

sweeping, cleaning, shoveling, and debris collection
Moderate and periodic landscaping work
Clean up work area at the end of shift
Keep work areas neat and orderly
Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.
Qualifications
Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.
Must pass a medical physical and drug test
Must pass a background check
Preferred

high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands
Willingness to learn how to: sort metal, identify colors, shapes, and weights; properly maintain equipment; properly utilize PPE
Physical Requirements
Work Environment: Scrap metal yard, outdoor
Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, hand tools, and PPE.
Physical Demand Level: Moderate to heavy
Work Capacity: Laborer Work Capacity
Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping
All weather
Job Expectations
Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
SA Recycling offers:
Competitive Pay
Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
401k with a Company Match
Growth opportunities and promotions from within
Weekly Pay
Referral Incentives
Company provided uniforms and PPE
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.
An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).
All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.