Summary
The production laborer position supports operations through the operation of various equipment. They will be responsible for dismantling incoming cars and ensure all fluids are removed and disposed of properly. This position will ensure all car parts are removed and properly handled. This includes locating and relocating stockpiles as needed, and performing various cleanup activities. This includes a high level of customer service, locating and relocating stockpiles as needed, and performing various cleanup activities. Must be familiar with and adhere to service requirements, equipment and operator limitations and safe operating procedures at all times. Performs cleanup activities on a routine basis. 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
- Operates forklift
- Remove and properly dispose of fluids including oil, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, power brake fluid, gasoline, diesel, and anti-freeze.
- Removal and proper handling of battery and catalytic converter, drums and rotors etc.
- Complete one vehicle before starting another.
- Keep work area clean and safe, fluids placed in labeled containers.
- 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/communication with the Yard personnel.
- Ensure that Quality, Environmental, and Safety Standards of Metalico, Inc. for production, customers and employees are consistently achieved.
- Performs other tasks as assigned or requested
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, metal preferred
· Prior experience with hand tools, preferred, but not 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
· Team-player
· Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills; must be willing to cross-train on other equipment
· Ability to adhere to work schedule and follows 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.
· Basic math, reading and writing English skills are required.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
· Frequently required to reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
· Standing, sitting, walking, squatting, bending, lifting, reaching, and grasping.
· Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate hand and power tools.
· Lifts up to 50 pounds from the floor to waist level and able to carry such objects for at least 30 feet.
· Physically able to participate in trainings and meetings.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Outside work in the Yard is where temperature and weather extremes (heat, cold, rain) may be encountered.
· Work will take place in an industrial environment, with noise, dust and fumes.
· Noise level in the work environment can be moderate at times.
Work Hours
· Tuesday through Saturday with a 40-hour work week; overtime as necessary.
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 of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
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.
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Our days of operation are Tuesday - Saturday, with mandatory overtime according to business needs, do you agree to these days and hours?
- The work environment for this position is outside in the yard where temperature and weather extremes (heat, cold, rain) may be encountered. Work will take place in an industrial environment, with noise, dust and fumes. Noise level in the work environment can be moderate at times. Do you agree to the work environment of this position?
- All employees of Metalico must pass a pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background check (note: we are a fair-chance employer). Respond 'yes' if you acknowledge the above statement.
Ability to Commute:
- Colliers, WV 26035 (Required)
Work Location: In person
