Laborer for Scrap Yard

Non-Ferrous Laborer

Join the Harmon Scrap Metal team in Columbia, Tn.

The Non-Ferrous Laborer supports the non-ferrous department by sorting all inbound non-ferrous materials into the correct bins, assists with inventories, processes non-ferrous scrap metals, and helps prepare material for shipment. The non-ferrous laborer must communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This position is $18.00 per hour.

About Harmon Scrap Metal

Here at Harmon Scrap Metal, we contribute to our environment by recycling on a large scale through the processing of scrap metal and we are growing by the day!

Our mission is to empower people to recycle the past to impact the future. By staying disciplined in our core values, we have intentionally built a remarkable team and culture. Discipline, Trust, Alignment, Accountability, and Adaptability, are the backbone of our business. They guide our hiring process and daily operations. We are transparent and results-oriented in all we do.

Performance Objectives

• Helping customers unload non-ferrous materials
• Identify and grade non-ferrous metals
• Identify non-conforming or unacceptable types of scrap metal
• Assist in buying
• Operate small material handling equipment such as sit down forklift or skid steer and handheld tools
• Clean and maintain work area
• Assist in the yard as needed
• Attend and participate in internal meetings and complete required training
• Performs other related duties as defined by management

Benefits

• Insurance Package
• Paid Holidays
• PTO Program
• Retirement Plan
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities

Commitment to Diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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Disclaimer: The sorting and processing of scrap metals involves using permanent magnets and electromagnets, creating magnetic fields, which can interfere with electronic medical devices like cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators.

Key Competencies

• Knowledge of metal grades
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to work in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to be flexible and display a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to work outside in all weather conditions
• Basic math and computer skills
• Must wear all necessary PPE while working or while in the yard
• Follows company safety standards at all times
• Willing to learn, be adaptable, and be self-motivated

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working in a construction/general labor position
• Preferred, forklift certification
• Preferred, knowledge of metals

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of times on uneven surfaces
• Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Frequently climb up and down ladders; crouch and bend at the knee; stoop or bend at the waist; reach arms overhead; and twist and turn at the neck and trunk
• Continually handle and grasp levers and dials; continuous leg and foot motion when using pedals
• Work environment involves frequent and/or regular exposure to natural and unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises