General Laborer
General Laborer
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Job Description
Over the last forty years United Scrap Metal (USM) has grown from $200 and a rental truck into one of the largest fullservice recyclers in the country. Today the team continues to pioneer innovative solutionsdriven recycling programs through ethical and sustainable practices. This has earned them both National acclaim and recognition with the achievement of several dozen awards. With 400 team members across 6 locations nationally the companys commitment to excellence is reflected in an outstanding client retention rate across several thousand customers throughout North America. This substantial growth is further supported by strong consumer partnerships who recognize a consistent delivery of high quality nonferrous and ferrous material via truck container rail and barge shipment. Equally as important is the expansion of the teams focus on philanthropy sustainability diversity and safety / compliance. A unique mission exists in making a positive impact in the lives of others throughout the communities in which they live work and service. USM is proud to make a difference for its clients consumers and local communities as it continues to drive forward into the next forty years and beyond. Position Overview
The General Labor individual manually sorts material to achieve company goals under the direction of the Operations Leadership Team. Directly reports to the Yard Supervisor and may also receive direct instructions from the Operations Supervisor Operations Manager or General Manager.
Summary of Responsibilities
Ability to work quickly and efficiently to meet department and company goals while adhering to all company safety and health policies
Operates with integrity while upholding ethical standards of the organization
Facilitates internal communication
Views grades and sorts material
Facilitates a safe and clean work environment
Ability to work in various environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold dusty dirty and/or wet conditions
Demonstrate understanding of company policies rules and trainings
Must demonstrate competency in all aspects of the job company objectives and policies
Other duties as assigned
Desired Characteristics
Basic reading and writing comprehension in English
Ability to perform physical tasks of the job such as frequent bending standing lifting (50 lbs.); expected to request a team lift for items over 50 lbs. Able to fulfill flexible scheduling requirements as determined by the manager and / or business needs of the operation Minimum Safety Training Requirements Basic onthejob training that satisfies the Primary Objectives of the specific position (as noted above) USSOP01 United in Safety Manual USF11 QEH&S Policy USSOP03 Team Member Handbook
General Labor
We strive to demonstrate our Core Values in all positions at USM:
Trust Commitment Loyalty Passion Respect Service Performance USM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability marital status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. USM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. USM is a Zero Impairment Workplace. USM provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify your Talent Acquisition contact or another member of our People Experience Team at . The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a casebycase basis.
Employment Type
Full-Time
