Job description

We are hiring a Picker / Manual laborer that is responsible for general physical labor within the scrap yard, furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers, as well as cleaning the work area, machines, and tools while ensuring that all his/her efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

• Position: Picker / Manual laborer
• Location: Portland, OR
• Pay Rate: $ $23.25/hr. + $1.00/hr. shift differential on night shift
• Sign On Bonus: $2,500
• Schedule: Monday - Friday from 5am- 3:30pm or 3pm-1:00am
• Working Conditions: Metals Recycling Facility
• Skills Needed: Ability to lift over 50 lbs throughout the day, ability to pick metals off a conveyer belt and complete other manual labor duties

Non climate control environment

Essential Functions

• Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
• Strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Operational Performance & Best Business Practices
• Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
• Work with equipment operators and maintenance department to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
• Load, unload, or identify materials, machinery, or tools, and distribute to the appropriate locations, according to specifications.
• Clean or lubricate vehicles, machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, work areas, and other objects, using hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from workstations and other areas.
• Help other workers in the maintenance department.
• Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
• Equipment & Maintenance
• Report all equipment deficiencies or malfunctions requiring maintenance or repair to the proper supervisor.

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. Workload may be unpredictable, and pressure can be substantial during peak times. Critical deadlines require considerable adaptability. Disturbances of workflow 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.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions

Ability to: stand for up to 12 hours a day; lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally; crouch or bend at the knees occasionally to increase visibility; stoop or bend at the waist occasionally to increase visibility; reach at arm’s length frequently or overhead occasionally; twist and turn at the neck and trunk; walk frequently on uneven ground; handle and grasp tools and parts continually; communicate by speech and hearing continually. Visual acuity needed for close detail work. Mental dexterity needed as Maintenance Helper will work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED Certification preferred. Basic written and verbal communications skills.

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.

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. participates in E-verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. does not discriminate based on 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.

Company Schnitzer Steel Ind Inc

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.25 - $24.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, OR: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What kind of manual labor have you done in the past?
• Why are you seeking a new position?
• What is an acceptable hourly rate that you'd accept for this position?
• What is your email address?
• What is your phone number and can this number receive text messages?
• Are you able to work from Monday - Friday from 5AM - 330 PM and 3PM - 1AM? Which is your preferred shift?

Experience:

• Manual / General Labor: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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