About the role
Subsidiary OmniSource
Overview
At OMNI we believe having the right people in the right place will always remain our greatest asset. Our employees create value for our customers and ultimately drive our success.
We work SAFELY.
Providing a safe working environment is a critical element of our core values.
Our PEOPLE
We respect and value one another and work together as one team.
We act with INTEGRITY.
We interact with our customers, our employees, and our stockholders with honesty and integrity.
We demonstrate SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.
We strive to make our communities better places to live, work, and grow.
We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused
Equipment Operator
to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating forklift to move, load, and unload scrap materials throughout the facility. You will support the preparation and processing of scrap metal for shipment, perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance while ensuring a safe and organized work environment. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, knowledgeable in scrap metals, able to work in all weather conditions, and committed to following safety standards without exception while working collaboratively as part of a team.
Responsibilities
What You Will Do
- Operate Forklift to dump scrap into roll-offs, trailers or compactors depending on the grade.
- Load trailers to specified weights and swap out full trailers from bays, drive trailers across scales with plant switch tractor.
- Inspect Equipment prior to operation, fuel, and lubricate daily.
Complete shipping documents
Complete daily housekeeping of work areas and sorting duties as directed.
All other duties as requested by Lead and Manager.
Qualifications
What We Look For
- Must obtain OmniSource forklift license
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to establish rapport, resolve concerns, and maintain positive professional relationships.
- Ability to work any of the 3 shifts in a 24/7 scheduled work environment
- Must have or obtain a smart phone in order to receive company email
- Ability to perform basic Preventative Maintenance tasks
Equipment troubleshooting skills
- Ability to perform hands on tasks
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, and frequently climb numerous flights of stairs
- Ability to perform housekeeping responsibilities such as shoveling and sweeping
- Scrap material identification for specific locations
Working knowledge of Word and Excel
High school diploma or GED
Nice To Have
Knowledge of scrap is a plus.
What We Offer
Competitive Base Pay + Weekly Incentive Bonus Opportunities
Full Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance Plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Annual Company Contribution
Annual Bonus (Profit-Sharing)
401(k) Plan with Company Match
- up to 50%
- Annual Stock Award ( $2,200 every November)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% Company Match
Paid Vacation
10 Paid Holidays
Company-paid Uniforms
- …and many more!
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- If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can contribute to the success of a dynamic team and grow your skills, we encourage you to apply today!
- Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.