Non Ferrous Processor

Job summary

The Non-Ferrous Processor is responsible for sorting, handling, and processing various metals while maintaining a safe and organized worksite. They also assist customers with unloading, operate heavy machinery, and perform basic documentation tasks.

Job details

Location: Ottawa, ON Position: Full-Time Company: CFT Recycling ABOUT US: At CFT Recycling, we’re more than just a recycling facility - we’re a team driven by sustainability and community pride. As a fast-growing, locally owned operation, we’re committed to reducing waste and making a positive environmental impact. When you work with us, your effort directly supports a cleaner, greener future for everyone. Position Overview: We’re looking for a Non-Ferrous Processor to join our growing team at CFT Recycling. This role is ideal for someone with experience in construction or other hands-on labour environments who enjoys working with tools and equipment. You’ll be responsible for sorting, handling, and processing various metals, while ensuring a safe, organized, and efficient worksite every day. The starting wage for this position is $22-24 per hour depending on your skills and experience. Key Responsibilities: * Greet, direct, and support customers during unloading to ensure safety and efficiency. * Inspect incoming loads for ferrous, non-ferrous metals, tires and deductions to ensure proper identification and sorting. * Communicate clearly with customers and coordinate with the scale house team. * Maintain accurate understanding of materials and proper handling. * Maintain and sweep the shred pad; ensure work areas remain safe and tidy. * Assist with offloading and facilitate material movement when required. * Operate equipment (loader, forklift, skid steer) as needed * Support general site operations in an outdoor, physically active environment * Perform basic computer-related tasks as part of daily operations and documentation Qualifications: * 3-5 years+ experience in construction, general labour, or similar hands-on work environments is considered a strong asset. * Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently and work outdoors in all weather conditions year-round * Experience using power tools and performing physically demanding tasks. * Experience operating forklifts, skid steers, pallet jacks, or quick cut tools is considered a strong asset * Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. * Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player. Why Work With Us: * Group benefits plan – includes medical & dental care * Training provided in-house with opportunities to grow * Annual boot allowance * Hiring referral bonuses – $250 for each successful hire you recommend * Growth opportunities in a sustainability-driven company * Make a real impact on your community and the environment

What you’ll do

The Non-Ferrous Processor is responsible for sorting, handling, and processing various metals while maintaining a safe and organized worksite. They also assist customers with unloading, operate heavy machinery, and perform basic documentation tasks.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in construction or general labour and the ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently. Proficiency with power tools and heavy equipment such as forklifts or skid steers is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Medical care • Dental care • Annual boot allowance • Hiring referral bonuses • In-house training

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Metal sorting
• Material handling
• Equipment operation
• Forklift operation
• Skid steer operation
• Power tools
• Customer service
• Safety compliance
• General labour
• Documentation
• Physical stamina
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Pallet Jacks
• Power Tool Operation
• Lifting Ability
• Dental Care
• Communication
• Forklift Truck
• Operations
• Sorting
• Loading And Unloading
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Processor
• Miner / Mining Worker
• Miners and Quarriers
• Helpers--Extraction Workers