Heavy Machine Operator

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

• Heavy Machine Operator - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE
• Excavator, forklift AND skid steer loader PROFICIENCY and safe operations
• 1st Shift, 7:30am - 4pm, Monday through Friday (shifts could move to earlier starts)
• Running equipment AND assisting with labor work in the yard will be required!

Job Description

This position will be responsible for reporting to and receiving directions from the Yard Manager. The position will ensure the company goals and objectives are achieved, including safety, productivity, quality control, and customer service. The main time commitment involves safe and efficient operation of the metal and wire shredding recycling, which comprises operating an excavator with attachment to introduce loose cable, in a strategic and metered amount, into shredder for processing.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating excavator to in load wire shredder.
• Perform routine maintenance on shredder including blade change and clean outs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Attend safety meetings and promote safe behavior throughout the company.
• Meet established yard production goals, i.e. sorting, loading, shredding, cost/lbs., etc.
• Maintain superior quality control of finished product.
• Attend all scheduled corporate training and meetings.
• Maintain all equipment, i.e. excavators, shredders, forklifts, bobcats, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge required:

• Manufacturing knowledge
• Excavator, forklift AND skid steer loader PROFICIENCY and safe operations
• Mechanical aptitude

Skills required:

• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures and policies
• Ability to adapt to changing situations
• Ability to work well under pressure with demands and deadlines.
• Communication skills
• Excellent presence and work ethic
• Ability to identify and properly sort all Ferrous and Non Ferrous material.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions are normal for a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. Exposure may involve lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds. Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, safety vest, hearing protectors, and steel toed work boots, with metal sole liners. As in most manufacturing jobs, the environment can be loud/noisy and dusty. Subject to regular bending, twisting, reaching, working overhead, and working above ground and/or on irregular surfaces.

About Pinnacle
The Pinnacle Groups work hard to pair top talent with great companies. We truly care about your success and your future, which is why we take the time to truly get to know both the employer and employee to make sure it’s a good match. We’re not just filling a seat, we’re building futures. Our service separates us from other staffing firms and has landed us on the Inc. 5000 fastest growing companies list. We currently build futures in Kansas City, Topeka, Wichita, Des Moines, Denver, Omaha, Dallas-Fort Worth, Phoenix, Tucson, Orlando, Jackson, MS and Las Vegas markets.

EOE: Pinnacle provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.