Responsible for the direction, supervision, coordination, safe and efficient operation of all shredder, scrap yard, rail car dismantling operations and related integral functions at the Midlothian ...
Responsible for the direction, supervision, coordination, safe and efficient operation of all shredder, scrap yard, rail car dismantling operations and related integral functions at the Midlothian ...
Responsible for the direction, supervision, coordination, safe and efficient operation of all shredder, scrap yard, rail car dismantling operations and related integral functions at the Midlothian ...
Responsible for the direction, supervision, coordination, safe and efficient operation of all shredder, scrap yard, rail car dismantling operations and related integral functions at the Midlothian ...
Scrap Yard Excavator Operator
$22 - $25/hr
Train to operate a shear crane and other heavy equipment used in scrap metal recycling. * Load, unload, organize, and transport recyclable materials throughout the yard. * Operate loaders, forklifts ...
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Scrap Yard Excavator Operator
$22 - $25/hr
Train to operate a shear crane and other heavy equipment used in scrap metal recycling. * Load, unload, organize, and transport recyclable materials throughout the yard. * Operate loaders, forklifts ...
This job is performed outside in our scrap yard. Please be aware you will be working out in the scrap yard most of the time. Must have knowledge of different types of metals and how to sort and ...
This job is performed outside in our scrap yard. Please be aware you will be working out in the scrap yard most of the time. Must have knowledge of different types of metals and how to sort and ...
Scrap Yard Excavator Operator
$22 - $25/hr
Train to operate a shear crane and other heavy equipment used in scrap metal recycling. * Load, unload, organize, and transport recyclable materials throughout the yard. * Operate loaders, forklifts ...
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Scrap Yard Excavator Operator
$22 - $25/hr
Train to operate a shear crane and other heavy equipment used in scrap metal recycling. * Load, unload, organize, and transport recyclable materials throughout the yard. * Operate loaders, forklifts ...
This job is performed outside in our scrap yard. Please be aware you will be working out in the scrap yard most of the time. Must have knowledge of different types of metals and how to sort and ...
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This job is performed outside in our scrap yard. Please be aware you will be working out in the scrap yard most of the time. Must have knowledge of different types of metals and how to sort and ...
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Scrap Yard Laborer
Lagrange, GA · On-site
$16/hr
Sorts incoming metals, cleans the yard, and breaks down parts. * Material Handling: Loading and unloading trucks using hand tools, pallet jacks, or forklifts. * Yard Maintenance: Cleaning ...
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Scrap Yard Laborer
Lagrange, GA · On-site
$16/hr
Sorts incoming metals, cleans the yard, and breaks down parts. * Material Handling: Loading and unloading trucks using hand tools, pallet jacks, or forklifts. * Yard Maintenance: Cleaning ...
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General Laborer Warehouse Yard
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Responsible for sorting, processing, and weighing scrap materials, operating heavy machinery to move and handle scrap, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the scrap yard, and ensuring ...
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General Laborer Warehouse Yard
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Responsible for sorting, processing, and weighing scrap materials, operating heavy machinery to move and handle scrap, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the scrap yard, and ensuring ...
Assistant Yard Operator
Woodstock, IL · On-site
$15 - $25/hr
Retirement
PTO
About Us Alloys Tech Inc. is a growing specialty scrap metal company in Woodstock, Illinois. We ... Position Overview We are hiring a full-time Assistant Yard Operator to support daily yard ...
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Assistant Yard Operator
Woodstock, IL · On-site
$15 - $25/hr
Retirement
PTO
About Us Alloys Tech Inc. is a growing specialty scrap metal company in Woodstock, Illinois. We ... Position Overview We are hiring a full-time Assistant Yard Operator to support daily yard ...
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General Laborer Warehouse Yard
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Responsible for sorting, processing, and weighing scrap materials, operating heavy machinery to move and handle scrap, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the scrap yard, and ensuring ...
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General Laborer Warehouse Yard
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Responsible for sorting, processing, and weighing scrap materials, operating heavy machinery to move and handle scrap, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the scrap yard, and ensuring ...
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Non Ferrous Scale Operator/Scrap Yard Laborer
Salem, OH · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Dental
PTO
We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our team as a Non-Ferrous Scale Operator/Scrap Yard Laborer. The primary focus of this position will be working at our non ferrous ...
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Non Ferrous Scale Operator/Scrap Yard Laborer
Salem, OH · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Dental
PTO
We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our team as a Non-Ferrous Scale Operator/Scrap Yard Laborer. The primary focus of this position will be working at our non ferrous ...
Scrap Yard Helper
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each shift * Offload scrap from railcars * Work safely to prevent on the job injuries by always following ...
Scrap Yard Helper
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each shift * Offload scrap from railcars * Work safely to prevent on the job injuries by always following ...
Scrap Inspector
Blue Island, IL · On-site
$18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Scrap Inspector is the first line of defense for yard safety, material quality, and compliance and is responsible for maintaining safe and efficient traffic flow while communicating clearly with ...
Scrap Inspector
Blue Island, IL · On-site
$18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Scrap Inspector is the first line of defense for yard safety, material quality, and compliance and is responsible for maintaining safe and efficient traffic flow while communicating clearly with ...
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Scrap Yard Worker
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$19.90 - $21.30/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Maleko Personnel, Inc. has partnered with a Top Metal Recycling company that services the Wasatch Front . We are looking for Team Members to join the team! Pay Rate: $ 19.90 - $ 21.30 Shifts: Day ...
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Scrap Yard Worker
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$19.90 - $21.30/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Maleko Personnel, Inc. has partnered with a Top Metal Recycling company that services the Wasatch Front . We are looking for Team Members to join the team! Pay Rate: $ 19.90 - $ 21.30 Shifts: Day ...
Scrap Yard Helper
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each shift * Offload scrap from railcars * Work safely to prevent on the job injuries by always following ...
Scrap Yard Helper
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each shift * Offload scrap from railcars * Work safely to prevent on the job injuries by always following ...
Scrap Yard Metal Sorter
Locust Grove, GA · On-site
$15/hr
SCRAP METAL EXPERIENCE A PLUS! Are you looking for a fast-paced, hands-on job where you have the ... Perform general yard and warehouse clean-up duties. * Take direction well and complete tasks ...
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Scrap Yard Metal Sorter
Locust Grove, GA · On-site
$15/hr
SCRAP METAL EXPERIENCE A PLUS! Are you looking for a fast-paced, hands-on job where you have the ... Perform general yard and warehouse clean-up duties. * Take direction well and complete tasks ...
Scrap Yard Metal Sorter
Locust Grove, GA · On-site
$14 - $17.50/hr
SCRAP METAL EXPERIENCE A PLUS! Are you looking for a fast-paced, hands-on job where you have the ... Perform general yard and warehouse clean-up duties. * Take direction well and complete tasks ...
Scrap Yard Metal Sorter
Locust Grove, GA · On-site
$14 - $17.50/hr
SCRAP METAL EXPERIENCE A PLUS! Are you looking for a fast-paced, hands-on job where you have the ... Perform general yard and warehouse clean-up duties. * Take direction well and complete tasks ...
Scrap Yard Worker
Locust Grove, GA · On-site
$15 - $16/hr
¡CONTRATANDO AHORA - TRABAJO EN PATIO DE CHATARRA! Locust Grove y Griffin, GA Lunes-Sábado | 8AM hasta terminar $15/hr Openwork busca trabajadores para reciclaje de metal. Trabajo físico al aire ...
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Scrap Yard Worker
Locust Grove, GA · On-site
$15 - $16/hr
¡CONTRATANDO AHORA - TRABAJO EN PATIO DE CHATARRA! Locust Grove y Griffin, GA Lunes-Sábado | 8AM hasta terminar $15/hr Openwork busca trabajadores para reciclaje de metal. Trabajo físico al aire ...
Metal Sorting Scrap Metal Worker
Hopkinsville, KY · On-site
$15/hr
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
We are looking to hire someone with experience working in a scrap yard or experience sorting or processing nonferrous metals. The hours are M-F 7-4 with opportunities for overtime. We offer the ...
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Metal Sorting Scrap Metal Worker
Hopkinsville, KY · On-site
$15/hr
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
We are looking to hire someone with experience working in a scrap yard or experience sorting or processing nonferrous metals. The hours are M-F 7-4 with opportunities for overtime. We offer the ...
Assistant Operations Manager - Scrap Metal Recycling - Base Salary to 100k/year - Westport, MA
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Retirement
PTO
This role will oversee daily yard operations, production flow, ELV processing activities, shredder ... scrap recycling environment. Responsibilities: * Assist in managing daily recycling facility ...
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Assistant Operations Manager - Scrap Metal Recycling - Base Salary to 100k/year - Westport, MA
Medical
Dental
Vision
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This role will oversee daily yard operations, production flow, ELV processing activities, shredder ... scrap recycling environment. Responsibilities: * Assist in managing daily recycling facility ...
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Gerdau rating
6.8
Based on 70 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
422nd of 540 rated manufacturers
Job description
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference-together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for the direction, supervision, coordination, safe and efficient operation of all shredder, scrap yard, rail car dismantling operations and related integral functions at the Midlothian Steel Mill.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
The Scrap Operation Superintendent has complete responsibility for effective and efficient operation of the shredder, scrap yard, and rail car dismantling operations and equipment in order to meet established costs and production goals. The position reports to Midlothian Mill V.P. and along with the Melt Shop Superintendent, Rolling Mill Superintendent, Metallurgical Services Manager, Management Systems Coordinator, Maintenance Superintendent, Human Resources Manager, Warehouse/Shipping Operations Manager, Plant Controller, and Safety Manager. The position will also have a functional reporting relationship to the Corporate Vice President of Raw Materials, Procurement.
JOB TITLE: Scrap Operation Superintendent JOB NUMBER: 12001620
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Qualifications for this position include background and experience as may be demonstrated by one with experience of 10-12 years with scrap yard and automobile shredder operations, procedures, techniques, equipment requirements, installation, maintenance and modification and a working knowledge of metallurgical qualities of all the different types and grades of scrap steel that will meet the requirements of ASTM Standards for carbon steel, merchant quality, special bar quality, and forging quality steel. A 4-year technical and/or business management degree or the equivalent is preferred. Proven leadership in scrap processing is required.
The Scrap Operations Superintendent oversees the entire scrap operations for the Midlothian Mill through subordinate supervisors engaged in a wide variety of work to include managing the shredder, scrap yard, and rail car dismantling operations; procurement of car bodies and shredder feed from local scrap dealers for the shredder, receiving, inspecting, transfer, placement, blending, and timely delivery of scrap to the Melt Shop Operations. The incumbent will develop standard operating procedures for the shredder, scrap yard and rail car dismantling operations; design, installation, modification and maintenance of all equipment at the shredder, scrap yard and rail car dismantling operations; dismantling and shearing of rail cars; salvaging, maintaining, and shipment of rail car parts resold on an aftermarket basis; overseeing the landfill operations for non-metallic waste from the shredder and rail car dismantling operations; insuring that environmental permit requirements are maintained. Manage all administrative, HR, accounting, and quality activities for all scrap related operations at the Midlothian Mill and coordinate closely with the Melt Shop Superintendent and corporate raw materials department in the performance of job duties.
Coordinate and cooperate with all departments and personnel on all matters of mutual concern or interrelated responsibility. Advise and instruct subordinates as to objectives or regarding any problems of schedules, methods, standards, materials, quality, shipping, equipment, tooling, safety, cost, discipline, personnel policies, environmental practices and procedures, or other matters affecting operation of the mill or shipments. Make related decisions within established policy precedent and any applicable federal and state guidelines.
Incumbent establishes production methods, procedures and techniques, anticipates delays and takes corrective action. Establish work schedules, research and recommend capital expenditures, equipment installation and/or modifications, and design changes for improved efficiency.
Maintain inventory of operational supplies and coordinate with Purchasing in order to maintain inventory. Responsible for inventory security.
Assist and direct subordinate supervisors and personnel as necessary to insure proper performance of duties. Anticipate or investigate delays, inadequate work performance, and take necessary corrective action within limits of established practices. Coordinate and track department teambuilding efforts. Check works in process, as necessary, for conformance to standards and specifications. Conduct and attend various meetings. Make effective recommendations to meet changing requirements. Investigate and recommend cost controls.
JOB TITLE: Scrap Operation Superintendent JOB NUMBER: 12001620
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In a capacity as liaison between the Midlothian Mill and Corporate Raw Materials Procurement Department, works closely to maintain effective relations with all scrap brokers and suppliers and to insure a continuous supply of the best scrap steel available into the Midlothian Mill Operations at the lowest price.
Primary challenge involves coordinating labor, equipment, and supplies and meeting production, safety, quality, and cost goals.
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
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Industry
Mining of natural resources
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Tampa, FL, US