Yard Helper
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Overview
Job Summary
Consider joining the Pennex family as a Yard Helper at our Wellsville, PA location. The Yard Helper a ssists in the loading and unloading of all as prime aluminum, dealer scrap, internally generated scrap and other misc. metals and coming in and all billet and log going out of the yard by performing the following duties.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Keeps a record of materials received and used. Inspects incoming materials and verifies bills of lading and pack slips. Uses forklift, loads log and billet onto trailers and unloads prime, dealer scrap and other materials received from outside suppliers. Establishes or adjusts work activities to meet production schedules. Assists and performs the task involved in dumping trailers loaded with scrap. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Will Have
Education And Experience
High school diploma or equivalent; several years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to present information in one-on-one situations to supervisor and co-workers. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to carry out detailed instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Must possess a valid Fork Lift Operator’s license and have prior forklift experience.
Environmental Hazards
Physical
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, physical and background. Consitent exposure of heat and cold.
About Us
Perks of the Job
Medical, dental and vision insurance Disability and life insurance 401(k) with robust matching contribution Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Ongoing training and professional development Opportunity for career growth and advancement Relocation package may be available
Why Our People Love Working Here
Purpose-driven, friendly, open and respectful culture Shared core values of safety, caring, integrity and growth Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement Wellness incentive program
Who We Are: Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex Aluminum continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.
But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Caring. Integrity. Growth . These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.
If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex Aluminum may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit PennexAluminum.com or check out other opportunities within the Metal Exchange Corporation family of companies at MetalExchangeCorp.com.
Our Commitment to Inclusion: We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. Metal Exchange Corporation and it’s family of brands are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennexaluminum.com.
Posted Min Pay Rate
USD $18.87/Hr.
Posted Max Pay Rate
USD $23.11/Hr.
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