Hydraulic Crane Operator

St. Louis, MO 63147, USA – SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Material Handler.

As a Material‑Handler you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of material handling with a grapple or magnet attachment to load and unload containers and trailers; lift, sort, and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard or to feed the shredder. This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Working hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, and from 8:00 am to noon on Saturdays.

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401(k) with a company match
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Referral incentives
• Company‑provided uniforms and PPE

• Perform pre‑ and post‑operations inspections of assigned equipment according to company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, review cameras, and safety features are clean and operable.
• Continuously check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize production downtime.
• Operate wheeled material handlers (Liebherr or Sennebogen) to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping, or to feed material to the auto shredder.
• Determine load weights and verify against machine lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Identify, grade, and sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.
• Aid in yard organization to help meet targeted production goals.
• Perform routine maintenance functions of assigned machine (fueling, lubricating, and cleaning).
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Ensure a safe operating area around machine at all times.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, local, and SA Recycling safety, health, and environmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• High School diploma, GED certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1 year’s experience operating a Liebherr or Sennebogen material handler in the scrap metal or demolition industries preferred.
• Bi‑lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned.

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 U.S. 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.