Scrap Inspector

Scrap Inspector Job Highlights

Company Profile

BlueScope Recycling and Materials is a full-service, ferrous scrap metal recycler. The company buys scrap from industrial generators, wholesale suppliers, and the general public, focusing on delivering the highest level of service.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Scrap Inspector who will observe and monitor the delivery of material to verify conformance to quality and quantity specifications.

Responsible for receiving, inspecting, and grading inbound and outbound loads of scrap metal.

Education Level

• High School Diploma
• Successful completion of grader training

Work Experience

• 1+ years of scrap industry experience

Duties/Responsibilities

• Inspect shipments of scrap metal received via truck or rail car, to ensure the material meets specifications and is free from hazards following the scrap acceptance policy.
• Correctly identify and record inspection data such as weight, grade, content, and quantity of scrap metal through documentation, pictures, and reports.
• Assist and direct suppliers with inbound scrap deliveries and unloading at the correct commodity pile or processing area.
• Direct the unloading of vehicles delivering scrap to ensure safe and orderly traffic flow within the facility.
• Complete inbound inspection grader reports for every load that enters the yard.
• Notify operations supervisors of problems and assist in recommending remedial procedures to correct violations or issues encountered during the inspection.
• Collaborate with the marketing department concerning quality and consistency of customer deliveries.
• Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
• Strictly adhere to all BlueScope Recycling Health, Safety, and Environmental rules and standards
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the yard as needed.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Basic math skills
• Must be able to appropriately work with and otherwise interact with other company associates, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Reading and writing skills
• Willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Employer’s Statement

BlueScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.