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Yard Laborer

Nordic Metals
Milaca, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Laborer position at Nordic Metals?

Hours: M-F 7:45am-4:30pm

Summary:

Milaca Iron & Metal - CW Companies is a long-standing leader in the metal recycling industry. We are built on a foundation of safety, responsibility, and long-term success for our employees. Growing every year, we are committed to rewarding hard work and promoting from within. A safety-first culture is our top priority—employees are expected to follow company protocols and stay accountable for keeping yourself and your co-workers safe.

Operations Crew Members are responsible for safely identifying, sorting, and processing ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The role includes operating equipment such as a metal shredder, skid steers and forklifts as well as handling recycling materials. Clear communication with scale staff and team members is essential for efficient and safe operations. This is a physically active position with voluntary overtime opportunities for dependable, safety-minded individuals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Follow all workplace safety procedures, environmental regulations, and company policies.

· Stay aware of surroundings at all times.

· Shred, handle and move metal materials.

· Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

· Sorting metals according to type, grade, and quality standards.

· Runing a forklift and skid steer.

· Assist in loading and unloading materials for processing or shipment.

· Communicates via radio often with scale staff about vehicles that have dropped certain commodities off, and any deducts from the loads before the customer is paid out.

· Draining and prepping cars.

· Communicate via radio with multiple people frequently about safety and any other appropriate radio communication to ensure an efficient work environment.

· Safely and respectfully and carefully assisting customers when getting unloaded.

· Cleaning and maintaining yard.

· Notifying the appropriate people of any issues or equipment needs.

· Cross-train on responsibilities and perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma preferred.

1-2 years forklift and skid steer experience, certification is a plus.

1-3 years' experience within our industry or closely related industry preferred.

Excellent open communication style to carry out ongoing dialogues in a way that creates trust and confidence within all levels of the company.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18

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