Copper Recycling Production Associate

Orion Steel; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and bonus

Family medical, dental, and Rx

Disability programs

Competitive retirement plans

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Life Insurance options

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is seeking a team member to join a scrap metal operations environment. You will assist in picking copper, cleaning around the mill, and supporting shredder mechanics with conveyors and shafts, while maintaining safe work areas.

The role requires basic physical fitness, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and adherence to lockout/tagout procedures. Opportunities for apprenticeship, budgeting, and career advancement are included in the compensation package.

Qualifications

• Completion of High School and/or equivalent.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift materials up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, as well as regular walking, squatting, and climbing.
• Ability to learn and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Picks copper and fluff off moving conveyor, cleans around mill, and assists shredder mechanics in changing out conveyors, bearing shafts, and greasing.
• Keeps the work area clean and ready for daily operations
• Ensures conveyor bearings are clean and properly greased
• Sorts only copper to ensure quality material is shipped to customers
• Reports any issues immediately as they arise
• Assists shredder mechanics during projects
• Assists in meeting monthly production goals
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Performs lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures before working on any plant equipment
• Cross-trains in other departments to provide coverage during short staffing or call-ins

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Self-motivated

Strong work ethic

Learn and follow directions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is seeking a team member to join a scrap metal operations environment. You will assist in picking copper, cleaning around the mill, and supporting shredder mechanics with conveyors and shafts, while maintaining safe work areas.

The role requires basic physical fitness, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and adherence to lockout/tagout procedures. Opportunities for apprenticeship, budgeting, and career advancement are included in the compensation package.