Position Summary
The Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating and maintaining a variety of heavy equipment to handle, prepare, and process recyclable materials in accordance with customer and mill specifications.
This role ensures efficient production while maintaining quality standards and a safe work environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to shear, scrap handler, excavator, baler loader, and forklift, to process materials efficiently and safely.
- Produce high-quality processed materials that meet or exceed customer specifications and expectations.
- Conduct routine inspections and perform basic maintenance to keep equipment in optimal working condition; report and coordinate repairs as needed.
- Complete all required documentation accurately, legibly, and on a timely basis.
- Maintain consistent attendance and work assigned hours, including overtime as needed to complete work orders.
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, supporting overall operations in a safe and productive manner.
- Follow all applicable federal, state, local, company, and customer regulations and safety standards.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Utilize time efficiently and minimize material waste.
- Demonstrate accountability for personal actions and decisions.
- Interact with coworkers, customers, and vendors in a professional, respectful, and ethical manner.
Qualifications (Preferred / Required)
- Experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial, recycling, or construction environment preferred.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to perform equipment inspections.
- Strong attention to safety and operational procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to push and pull up to 80 pounds.
- Capable of performing physical activities such as gripping, squatting, bending, climbing, standing, walking, reaching, stacking, loading, and transferring materials.
- Ability to climb ladders and work at varying heights.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and moderate noise levels.