Job Summary

Orbis Metals Chicago is a young but rapidly growing scrap metals recycling company. Orbis operates a global scrap metal exports business with offices worldwide and a full-service scrap metal warehousing location in Woodstock, IL.

We are looking for an individual with experience in forklift operations, loading/unloading trucks and export containers, and scrap metal handling to join our Chicago team to support our warehouse operations for non-ferrous metals, tool steels, and high speed steels.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate equipment (forklift, skid steer, etc.) to load and unload scrap metal materials on to and from customer trailers, export containers, truck beds, bins, etc.
• Inspect contents on incoming deliveries and compare to bills of lading
• Generate inbound and outbound reports and documentation
• Process, organize, and sort different grades of scrap metals
• Operate basic machinery including fork lifts, alligator shears, disc grinder, etc.
• General duties including physical handling of materials, supplies, etc.
• Assist with facilities maintenance, cleaning, and organizing
• Understand scrap metals industry
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
• Other duties as assigned by manager
• Communicate and collaborate with both on-site and remote management
• Timely and effective communication via both email and phone

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of consecutive sit-down forklift operation experience
• Knowledge to accurately grade materials and sort scrap metals
• Operate equipment
• Able to be prompt and reliable when scheduled
• Ensure safety is a priority
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Forklift: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person