What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Worker position at Merrillville Metal Recycling?
Position Title: Yard Operations/Laborer
Location: Merrillville, Indiana
Reports to: Operations Manager
Duties:
o Possess a clear understanding and adherence to safety regulations and company policy
o Direct customers to appropriate loading/unloading areas
o Communicate with operations manager and leadership with material grades bought and loaded
o Assist with traffic patterns are followed by customers and 3rd party transportation parties
o Weigh, buy, sort customers material as they are received. Correctly identify material received and ensure material is handled, processed, and packaged
o Communicate quality issues to operations manager
o Identify material and segregate material as needed by grade, and actively find opportunities to upgrade material
o Load and unload customer material as needed
o Understands project timelines and meets deadline set by operation manager
o Assist in grading, sorting, and packaging material as needed
o Empties, rotates, and replaces totes as needed
o Maintain a clean and safe work environment
o Assist in general labor and yard duties as needed
o Communicate with operations manager when finished goods/packages are complete
o Return tools and equipment to appropriate areas
o Scrap knowledge and relative value a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Merrillville, IN 46410 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Merrillville, IN 46410: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18