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Ferrous Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Non-Ferrous Warehouse

Negaunee, MI · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

This position identifies and receives inbound non-ferrous metals to be recycled from the general public. This process is done by weighing material, inputting the correct commodity code into the ...

Scrap Scale Associate

Port Huron, MI · On-site

$35K - $35K/yr

Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap. * Identify and sort materials, removing and/or upgrading when possible. * Input and record transaction data in computer system. * Operate hi ...

Scrap Scale Associate

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$36K - $36K/yr

Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap. * Identify and sort materials, removing and/or upgrading when possible. * Input and record transaction data in computer system. * Operate hi ...

Scrap Scale Associate

Port Huron, MI · On-site

$35K - $35K/yr

Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap. * Identify and sort materials, removing and/or upgrading when possible. * Input and record transaction data in computer system. * Operate hi ...

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Welder

Belleville, MI · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Huron Valley Steel Corporation in Belleville, Michigan operates a non-ferrous metals recycling facility. Position Summary: Huron Valley Steel Corporation is looking for a welder/fabricator at our ...

Pontiac, MI Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America's premier processors, buyers,sellersand recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of ...

Pontiac, MI Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America's premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry ...

Location: Romulus, MI Ferrous Processing and Trading, a business of Cleveland-Cliffs Steel, has an immediate opportunity for a CDL A Driver at our Romulus, MI location. The driver position is ...

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Ferrous information

What is the difference between Ferrous vs Non-Ferrous Metal Worker?

AspectFerrous Metal WorkerNon-Ferrous Metal Worker
Required CertificationsTypically includes welding, safety, and metalworking certificationsSimilar certifications, often including welding and safety standards
Work EnvironmentFactories, construction sites, workshops handling steel and ironFabrication shops, workshops working with aluminum, copper, and other non-ferrous metals
Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, shipbuildingElectronics, jewelry, aerospace, decorative arts

Ferrous metal workers primarily handle steel and iron, which are magnetic and prone to rust. Non-Ferrous Metal Workers focus on metals like aluminum, copper, and brass, which are non-magnetic and corrosion-resistant. Both roles require similar skills and certifications but differ in the types of metals they work with and their typical work environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Ferrous jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Ferrous jobs in Michigan are:

Infographic showing various Ferrous job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Non-Ferrous Warehouse

Alter Trading Corp

Negaunee, MI • On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago


Alter Trading rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

65th of 91 rated recycling and waste


Job description

The Role:
This position identifies and receives inbound non-ferrous metals to be recycled from the general public. This process is done by weighing material, inputting the correct commodity code into the system and then putting the material in its proper location.

JOB SUMMARY

  • Provide great customer service at our Non-Ferrous area
  • Assist customers with weighing and inspecting material
  • Learn and operate machines (forklift, balers, shaker table, etc.) to help with the recycling process.
  • Work in a warehouse type environment subject to the elements.

ABOUT YOU

  • Previous Customer Service Experience, preferred
  • Previous Warehouse Experience, preferred
  • Previous Metal Scrap Experience, preferred

ABOUT US

Alter Metal Recycling is looking to add to its team in Negaunee, MI. Alter Trading Corporation is a 125 year old company, with 70 scrap metal processing facilities throughout the Midwest and Southern region. Alter is committed to our customers by being the best source of both ferrous and non-ferrous metal and by giving great customer service.

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Offered
  • Company Paid Disability Insurance
  • 401k with Company Match

Job Seekers with a background in Warehouse, Equipment Operation, Customer Service, Construction, Retail, Customer Facing, computer work, etc. will do well in this position.


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