Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

1st Shift Monday–Friday (occasional weekends as needed)

Alter Trading Corporation, a 127-year-old, privately held company operating over 70+ scrap metal processing facilities across 11 states. We are a leader in the recycling industry, trading recycled materials both nationally and internationally. Our team is committed to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Equipment Operator to support daily non-ferrous operations. This role involves operating forklifts, small loaders or skidsteers, managing the kiosk, and ensuring materials are sorted and processed according to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other yard equipment
• Manually unload customer scrap metal
• Perform equipment inspections to ensure safe operation
• Load, unload, and sort materials
• Inspect materials to meet quality standards
• Understand and apply knowledge of material grades and acceptable loads
• Perform basic equipment maintenance
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or similar equipment preferred
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Ability to work in an outdoor, industrial environment
• Knowledge of scrap metal materials and grades is a plus
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities

Why Join Alter?

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid disability insurance
• Health savings account (HSA) with company match
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off