Equipment Operator

Overview

Equipment Operator role at Texas Port Recycling - A Nucor Company.

Location:

Houston, TX. Division:
Texas Port Recycling LLC. This position may involve working at other available locations in Texas.

• Follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Attend safety meetings and participate in the safety program.
• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes including cranes and loaders.
• Load scrap material onto shredder feed conveyor, push shred piles, move material throughout the yard, and load trucks and railcars as needed.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment and report defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Keep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Operate small equipment such as a forklift or skid steer if needed.
• Perform general labor duties such as sweeping, shoveling, and cleanup of any area or equipment throughout the yard.
• Communicate effectively over radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures.
• Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment while providing excellent customer service.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience operating heavy equipment in manufacturing environments, preferably in scrap metal or construction industries.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles, hazards and safety precautions, plus mechanical ability.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes of priority and complete tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet attendance schedules with dependability and consistency.
• Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment, outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Bilingual preferred – Spanish.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug-free workplace.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing

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