Job Summary

S.I.C. Recycling is looking for a dependable, hands-on Laborer to join our 2nd shift production team in Riverton, IL. In this role, you'll help keep our scrap metal processing operation running smoothly — operating equipment, monitoring material flow, and working alongside a close-knit crew that takes pride in getting the job done safely and efficiently. If you're reliable, ready to learn, and want to build a long-term career with a stable, growing company, we'd like to talk to you.

About S.I.C. Recycling

For 95 years, S.I.C. Recycling has been a family-owned leader in scrap metal processing, operating out of a 150,000-square-foot facility in Riverton, IL. Our central Midwest location allows us to serve suppliers and consumers across the United States. We're proud members of the American Copper Council and ISRI (Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries), and we're committed to competitive pricing, fast pickup and payment, and treating both our customers and our employees right. When you join S.I.C., you're joining a company with nearly a century of stability behind it — and a team that feels like family.

What You'll Do

Operate a forklift and other production equipment
Monitor incoming and outgoing material
Keep basic logs of load numbers
Load and unload equipment and trucks
Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe
Operate and maintain assigned equipment
Keep pace with the shredder line during production
Account for time and materials used while performing assigned duties

What We're Looking For

Ability to safely operate machines and equipment
Ability to repeatedly lift at least 25 pounds
Ability to keep pace in a fast-moving production environment
Reliable, consistent attendance
Punctuality and timeliness in completing tasks
Forklift experience preferred, but not required
General mechanical aptitude or willingness to learn equipment operation
A team-first attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an active scrap metal processing facility, both indoors and outdoors, and may involve exposure to seasonal heat, cold, and other outdoor elements
Exposure to dust, metal debris, and odors typical of a scrap processing environment
Noise levels may reach or exceed 85 decibels; hearing protection is required for most of the shift
Required PPE includes steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and other task-specific safety gear
Work is performed around heavy equipment, including forklifts and a shredder line

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods throughout the shift
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds repeatedly, and heavier loads occasionally with assistance
Ability to climb on and off equipment such as forklifts safely
Ability to work at a fast pace to keep up with production and shredder line speed
Ability to work overtime, including weekends or holidays, with advance notice as needed

Work Schedule

2nd Shift: 5:15 PM – 3:30 AM, Monday through Thursday.

This 4-day schedule gives you a built-in 3-day weekend, every week.

Benefits Highlights

401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending (Flex Pay) account
Life insurance
Paid holidays and vacation time
Routine performance and pay reviews
Safety equipment allowance

All benefits subject to change.

Pay

The hourly pay range for this position is $16.00–$18.00. This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base wage for this role; actual base pay is determined based on factors such as experience and qualifications at the time an offer is made.

Ready to join our team? Apply today — S.I.C. Recycling is an equal opportunity employer.

2nd Shift: 5:15 PM – 3:30 AM, Monday through Thursday
2nd Shift: 5:15 PM – 3:30 AM, Monday through Thursday

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