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Date: Jul 16, 2026 Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60608 Company: simsmetalm Req ID: 5885 Salary Range: 43293.00 - 56282.00 USD Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history. Assist in the daily operations of the yard, including sorting, processing, and handling various types of scrap metal. This role requires attention to safety, and the ability to work in outdoor and industrial environments. Perform & maintain general housekeeping. Load and unload materials manually or with use of manual lifting equipment Assist with preparing scrap materials for shipment Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work site Follow proper safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Forklift certified Must be able to comfortably wear all Personal Protective Equipment. (Previous experience in a recycling, scrap, or industrial environment preferred Ability to lift 40 lbs. and perform physical labor in outdoor or industrial conditions Basic knowledge of metal types (training provided if necessary) Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy.