Job Details

Division:Texas Port Recycling LLC

Location:Houston, TX, United States

Other Available Locations:Texas

Basic Job Functions:

- Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures.

- Wear proper PPE as required.

- Perform bucket testing of shredded metals - training will be provided by Supervisor.

- Operate small equipment such as a forklift with the potential to operate larger industrial and mobile equipment.

- Keep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards.

- Perform daily inspections on equipment and report any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.

- Removing metals and debris from conveyor belt.

- Work in outdoor and warehouse environments

- General labor duties that may include but not limited to sweeping, shoveling and general cleanup of any area and/or equipment and physical handling of materials, supplies, etc.

- Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.

- Preventative maintenance and repairs on all equipment but not limited to MRP, fines plant, granulator, eddy current, etc., as required.

- Perform other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager/Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Company offers on the job training.

- Flexible to work off hours, weekends, and holidays: including overtime and six days a week as required by production as well as in varying indoor/outdoor industrial working conditions.

- Experience using a front-end loader, forklift, or skid steer in an Industrial/Outdoor Work Environment.

- Ability to work standing or walking for up to 12 hours per day.

- Ability to walk up several flights of stairs and work at heights above one-story.

- Knowledge of heavy mobile equipment operating principles.

- Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions.

- Stable work history.

- Able to complete job tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.

- Ability to work closely with others in a team environment.

- Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations.

- Ability to identify and differentiate metal materials, preferred.

- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions and effectively communicate in English preferred.

- Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Bilingual preferred - Spanish.

- Strong mechanical abilities (welding, fabrication, knowledge of tools, etc.) a plus.

- Previous maintenance background a plus.

- Operate a forklift, skid steer, and man lift.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace