Job description

Scrap Yard Attendant

• $1,000 Sign On Bonus
• $17.50/hr
• Monday-Friday
• Will be outdoors 100% of the time
• Forklift / Skid Steer / Heavy equipment experience a plus (not required)

Description

Duties may include assisting with daily production operations, as well as receiving and stockpiling of materials and products. The Scrap Yard Attendant should possess knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and other techniques required for maximizing the receipt and transfer of quality product.

• Inspect shipments of scrap metal received via truck, rail car, or ship to ensure material meets specifications and is free from environmental hazards in accordance with scrap acceptance policy.
• Correctly identify and record inspection data such as weight, grade, content, and quantity of scrap metal.
• Direct the unloading of vehicles delivering scrap to ensure safe and orderly traffic flow within the facility.
• Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.

Required Experience:

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with customers and other employees required.

Job Conditions

This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt are present due to the equipment, machinery, and scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard. Safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, face shields, and additional personal protective equipment as needed, must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these hazards. Travel is not required for this position.

Handling multiple issues regarding safety and maintenance increases pressure. Work load may be unpredictable and pressure can be substantial during peak times. Critical deadlines require considerable adaptability. Disturbances of work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Extra hours may be required, sometimes on weekends, weekdays, and holidays.

PLEASE NOTE: 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.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Johnston, RI 02919: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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