Laborer, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Forklift Operator

Summary

Prepare and sort metals for recycling. Identify and remove hazardous substances.

• Adheres to plant and department safety rules, safely operates all equipment and tools, identifies and reports safety problems, corrects when possible.
• Identify or test metals to be sorted by using spark or acid test, Nitons, mill marking identification, magnets, form & shape, or other appropriate methods.
• Sort metals to separate hi‑temp alloys within their respective categories, and separate from titanium, red metals, ferrous and non‑ferrous metals for recycling.
• Place sorted materials into barrels, bins, gaylords, pallets or other appropriate containers.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, power lifts, or front‑end loaders to load bales, bundles, or other heavy items onto trucks for shipping to smelters, customers or other facilities.
• Must be able to identify preventable mechanical malfunctions of machinery.
• Needs basic computer knowledge for ROM data entry and tag creation, material sortation and inventory control.
• Clean recycling yard by sweeping, raking, picking up debris, or moving barrels and bins.
• Knowledge and compliance with all ISO, company and safety procedures.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two (2) years’ experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment preferred.

Competencies

• Experience operating forklifts preferred.
• Must pass a color vision test.
• Must have attention for detail, including basic math skills with the ability to add and subtract accurately.
• Proficient in the basic use of a computer to facilitate the entry and completion of work orders.
• Able to use basic hand tools.
• Must physically be able to frequently lift up to 35 lbs with frequent bending.
• Able to multi‑task with shifting priorities and multiple interruptions.
• Must be willing to work shifts and overtime as needed, including 12 hour shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Notes

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Must be able to frequently reach overhead, bend/stoop, push/pull, twist, stand, walk, perform repetitive hand movements, and lift and/or carry up to 35 lbs. Frequently required to operate a forklift and hand tools. Visually must be able to inspect product. Must be able to don appropriate personal protective equipment including but not limited to metatarsal shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection.

Works primarily in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, flames, water and extreme heat and cold. Occasional exposure to vibrations and noise.