What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer/Picker position at SA Recycling?
We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Picker / Yard Laborer to join our team. In this role, you will be on the front lines of our metal recycling operation, manually sorting, grading, and processing various scrap metals. This is a physically demanding, fast-paced outdoor role perfect for individuals who enjoy active teamwork and hands-on industrial work.
Job Duties
• Material handling / sorting – pushing, pulling, picking, lifting, carrying, and filling up hoppers, boxes, and conveyor belts
• Able to lift 50 lbs or more
• Work with recycling equipment for processing metal product e.g. metal shears, band saw and wire strippers
• Light facility maintenance – painting, scraping, moving furniture and equipment
• Maintaining the yard clean picking up metal material.
• cleaning, shoveling, and debris collection
• Clean up work area at the end of shift
• Keep work areas neat and orderly
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
Qualifications
Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions. Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
Job Expectations
Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
Physical Requirements
• Work Environment: Scrap metal yard, outdoor
• Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, hand tools, and PPE.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate to heavy
• Work Capacity: Laborer Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping