What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non-Ferrous Laborer position at Metalico?
Summary:
The Metal Sorting laborer will grade, purchase, and sort all types of copper, aluminum, brass, steel, etc. This fast-paced role requires efficient multi-tasking to handle customers at a number of platform and truck scales. The buyer will assist in unloading trucks, effectively learn the yard layout, and move metal around on a fork truck. Must be familiar with and adhere to service requirements, equipment and operator limitations, and safe operating procedures at all times. A high level of customer service and a willingness to learn about various metals and their value are a must. Performs other duties as directed by management.
Essential Job Functions:
Will perform the following:
Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times.
Conducts pre-shift safety inspection of equipment. Ensures proper maintenance.
Operates and/or drives equipment as required.
Supplies production facility and/or stockpiles raw feed or finished products.
Build loads for delivery.
Operates forklift and skid steer.
Keeps management aware of any delays or discrepancies.
Keeps yard clean, well-organized, and safe.
Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
Informing/communicating with the Yard personnel.
Ensure that the Quality, Environmental, and Safety Standards of Metalico, Inc. for production, customers, and employees are consistently achieved.
Performs other tasks as assigned or requested.
Benefits:
Life Insurance – $25,000 (100% employer paid)
Medical & Dental (70% employer paid)
401(k) – up to 2.5% employer match
Employee Referral – up to $1,000
8.5 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days
Vision Insurance (Out of Pocket)
Flexible Spending Account (Out of Pocket)
Aflac Services (Out of Pocket)
Safety Toe Boot & Safety Glasses Reimbursement annually
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions:
High School diploma or GED.
Industry experience in scrap, and metal preferred.
Basic computer skills are required.
Ability to work inside or outside as required.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits.
Punctual and reliable; good attendance required.
Good communication skills.
Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills; must be willing to cross-train on other equipment.
Ability to adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise.
Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules that are set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
Work Hours:
This is a day shift position, typical hours are 7 am – 4:30 pm
Monday through Friday with a 40-hour work week; overtime as necessary.
About Metalico:
Metalico is a leading full-service, broadly diversified scrap metal recycler, principally operating in the Northeastern United States. Our scrap operations source, buy, process, and sell four distinct groups of commodity metals for use in the manufacture of new products: We recycle scrap steel and iron, which is sold primarily to domestic mills and foundries. We recycle non-ferrous metals, principally aluminum, copper, lead, and nickel-based steel and high-temperature alloys. These products are sold to domestic manufacturers and, to a lesser extent, to the export markets. Metalico today employs 600 people in 27 operating locations across 6 states. Metalico is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey.
Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
