Forklift Operator (Afternoons)

americanironandmetal· Administration
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📍 Hamilton📍 Hamilton, ON, Canada📍 ON📍 caFull time

About this role

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer:

  • Hourly pay for this position is to start at CAD26.50 /hr, plus overtime after 44 hours
  • Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents 
  • Full time permanent position, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program 
  • The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development 
  • A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun! 

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Forklift Operator to join our team for the afternoon shift - 2.30 pm to 11pm Mon - Fri. As a key member of our yard operations, you will be responsible for efficiently handling and manoeuvring materials using a variety of equipment.

  • Operating skid steer and forklift machinery to move and process scrap metal materials within the shredder department
  • Sorting and segregating various types of metals using appropriate attachments on the skid steer
  • Loading and unloading materials from trucks, containers, and processing equipment
  • Maintaining a clean and organized (yard) work area to ensure safety and efficiency
  • Assisting in general maintenance tasks for equipment and facility upkeep during any downtime

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Forklift Operator in a heavy industrial setting is a asset
  • Previous general labour experience required
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
  • Comfortable working outdoors in various types of weather (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc)
  • Ability to work in a noisy and dusty, heavy industrial setting

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Is the Forklift Operator (Afternoons) role at americanironandmetal full-time or part-time?
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