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Optimus Steel LLC

Scrap Yard Operator

Vidor, TX · On-site

Scrap Yard Operator This position reports to scrap yard management and the melting supervisor. Responsibilities include operation of locomotives, railcar movements (switching) and the operation of ...

Optimus Steel LLC

Scrap Yard Operator

Tomball, TX · On-site

$27.56 - $29.80/hr

Scrap Yard Operators support all scrap delivery and consumption including initial quality and environmental inspection, weighing, data entry, recordkeeping and reporting and inventory management. Pre ...

OPTIMUS STEEL LLC

Scrap Yard Operator

Tomball, TX

Scrap Yard Operators support all scrap delivery and consumption including initial quality and environmental inspection, weighing, data entry, recordkeeping and reporting and inventory management. Pre ...

OPTIMUS STEEL LLC

Scrap Yard Operator

Tomball, TX

Scrap Yard Operators support all scrap delivery and consumption including initial quality and environmental inspection, weighing, data entry, recordkeeping and reporting and inventory management. Pre ...

NLMK

Scrap Yard Operator

Portage, IN · On-site

Scrap Yard Operator Job Summary: The Scrap Yard Operator is responsible for the operation of the Scale House as well as the proper receiving, accounting and inspection of all raw material products ...

Optimus Steel LLC

Scrap Yard Operator

Tomball, TX · On-site

$27.56 - $29.80/hr

Scrap Yard Operators support all scrap delivery and consumption including initial quality and environmental inspection, weighing, data entry, recordkeeping and reporting and inventory management. Pre ...

Nlmk

Scrap Yard Operator

Portage, IN · On-site

The Scrap Yard Operator is responsible for the operation of the Scale House as well as the proper receiving, accounting and inspection of all raw material products delivered to NLMK Indiana's Scrap ...

ALLOYS TECH INC

Assistant Yard Operator

Woodstock, IL · On-site

$15 - $25/hr

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 ...

Action Overhead Garage Door

Yard Operator

Blaine, MN · On-site

Yard Operator The Yard Operator performs a variety of duties and is responsible for operating heavy ... Load or unload scrap metal materials as needed * Transport and load materials from one place to ...

M&M Recycling

Scrap Yard Buyer

Locust Grove, GA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

The Opportunity We are looking for a Non-Ferrous Scrap Yard Buyer and Small Scale Operator to join our team in Locust Grove. This role is ideal for someone with scrap metal experience who wants to ...

Verstela

Scrap Yard Associate

Tacoma, WA

$23.97/hr

Scrap Yard Warehouse Associate Location: Tacoma, WA Pay: $23.97/hour Schedule : Monday-Friday | 8 ... forklift operating experience * Bilingual in Spanish * Previous employer-issued forklift ...

Gerdau

YARD OPERATOR I

Charlottesville, VA

The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and ...

Gerdau

YARD OPERATOR I

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and ...

M&M Recycling

Scrap Yard Buyer (Non-Ferrous)

Austell, GA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

The Opportunity We are looking for a Non-Ferrous Scrap Yard Buyer and Small Scale Operator to join our team in Locust Grove. This role is ideal for someone with scrap metal experience who wants to ...

Gerdau

YARD OPERATOR I

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and ...

Gerdau

YARD OPERATOR I

Union City, TN

The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and ...

Gerdau

YARD OPERATOR I

Union City, TN · On-site

The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and ...

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Scrap Yard Operator

Optimus Steel LLC

Vidor, TX • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Scrap Yard Operator

This position reports to scrap yard management and the melting supervisor. Responsibilities include operation of locomotives, railcar movements (switching) and the operation of material handling equipment and overhead cranes. This is a 24/7 shift position with work performed outdoors in all weather conditions.

Scrap Yard Operators support all scrap delivery and consumption including initial quality and environmental inspection, weighing, data entry, recordkeeping and reporting and inventory management. Pre use inspection and responsible management of equipment is required.

Rail - Scrap Yard Operators are responsible for safe rail movement to support plant operations. Including strategic and timely movement of scrap to the melt shop and providing railcars for all other operational needs.

Material Handler- Scrap Yard Operators load and unload materials as needed with hydraulic material handlers. Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge.

Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap recipes they are key in loading buckets to meet grade requirements. They are responsible for communication of upcoming scrap needs to ensure the prompt delivery of scrap grades to support production.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED

• 2+ years working in an industrial environment

• Experienced in working in extreme weather conditions

• Able to climb, bend, stand or lift items

• Strong Mechanical aptitude

• Must be able to pass a written test, face to face interview and a hands-on assessment

• Use of tools and equipment: Overhead crane, hydraulic material handler, locomotive, rail cars, computer, handheld radio rail scales

Wages & Benefits Optimus Steel has a competitive benefit package. Medical/Prescription Dental, Vision, Health & Dependent Care FSA 401K, Company match Basic Life/Accident Insurance Employee Assistance Program

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