Material Handler Operator

Job Description Job OverviewScrapworks LLC is hiring a Material Handler Equipment Operator for our Beaumont industrial facility. This role operates a material handler (grapple, magnet, or other attachment) to load, sort, stage, and feed ferrous and non-ferrous scrap through our industrial processing and loadout operations.The ideal candidate has hands-on experience running material handlers, excavators, or similar heavy equipment in a scrap, demolition, or industrial environment. You'll work alongside shredder crew, loader operators, and management to keep material moving efficiently and hit daily production targets.This is an outdoor, physically demanding position in a fast-paced industrial yard. Safety discipline and mechanical awareness are essential.Key ResponsibilitiesEquipment OperationOperate material handlers (e.g., Sennebogen, Fuchs, Liebherr, Caterpillar) equipped with grapples, magnets, or other attachments to load, sort, and stage scrapFeed the shredder infeed, shear, baler, and outbound trucks/containers per production flowPerform pre-shift and post-shift inspections on the material handler and attachmentsMonitor hydraulic systems, attachment performance, and cycle times; report anomalies immediatelyCoordinate with loader operators, shredder crew, and loadout on material staging and feed flowIndustrial OperationsSort and segregate ferrous and non-ferrous material by grade and destinationStage material for processing, loadout, and shipment per mill specs and container dimensionsLoad outbound trucks and containers accurately and to weightAssist with general material handling as needed during downtime or shift changesMaintain a clean and organized work area around the operating zoneSafety & MaintenanceFollow all safety protocols including lockout/tagout, PPE requirements, and equipment clearance zonesPerform daily greasing, fluid checks, and basic maintenance on the machine and attachmentsIdentify and flag maintenance issues before they become breakdownsParticipate in facility safety meetings and trainingProduction & ReportingMeet daily and weekly production targets for material processing and loadout throughputCommunicate material status and progress to the Yard Foreman or Operations ManagerLog equipment hours and report fuel/fluid consumption as requiredQualificationsRequiredMinimum 1 year experience operating a material handler, excavator, or comparable heavy equipmentAbility to identify common ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materialsSolid understanding of hydraulic systems and basic mechanical troubleshootingStrong safety discipline — consistent PPE use, lockout/tagout compliance, hazard awarenessPhysically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust)Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on uneven terrainReliable attendance and transportationPreferred2+ years material handler experience in a scrapyard, demolition, or industrial environmentExperience with multiple machine brands/models (Sennebogen, Fuchs, Liebherr, Cat MH series, etc.)Experience operating shears, balers, loaders, or shredder feed equipmentFamiliarity with scrap grading and mill specificationsBilingual English/SpanishOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certificationCompensation & Benefits$22–$25 per hour, depending on experienceOvertime available per FLSAHealth insurance (per company policy)401(k) with company match (per plan terms)Paid time off (per company policy)Safety bonuses and performance incentivesWhy Join ScrapworksScrapworks Group is a growing, multi-facility scrap metal recycling operation in Southeast Texas. We run modern equipment, invest in our people, and operate with a focus on efficiency, safety, and long-term growth. If you're a skilled operator who takes pride in running your machine well and wants to be part of a team that's building something, we want to hear from you.Scrapworks LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment is at-will under Texas law.