Equipment Operator — Detroit Scrap Metals (Heavy Machinery)

Cleveland-Cliffs; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Competitive pay

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) in Detroit, MI is seeking an Equipment Operator to process scrap metals and operate heavy equipment, including front end loaders and balers. You will load, sort, and prepare materials for inventory while following safety protocols.

This role demands physical stamina, reliability, and the ability to read instructions and keep accurate records. A high school diploma or equivalent and 1+ year operator experience are preferred, with pre-employment screening and a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or 1+ year equipment operator experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical outdoor work daily.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE adherence.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment including front end loaders, manlift, yard vehicle, car crusher, shear.
• Load and unload materials and sort metals to separate high-grade materials.
• Perform daily inspections and general housekeeping of plant equipment.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Position trailers and containers and switch rail cars as required.
• Remove fluids from incoming materials and perform basic tools work.

Skills

Independent work

Reading & writing

Communication

Physical stamina

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma / GED

1+ year equipment operator experience

Tools

Front end loader

Forklift

Baler

Railcar switching

Job description

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) in Detroit, MI is seeking an Equipment Operator to process scrap metals and operate heavy equipment, including front end loaders and balers. You will load, sort, and prepare materials for inventory while following safety protocols.

This role demands physical stamina, reliability, and the ability to read instructions and keep accurate records. A high school diploma or equivalent and 1+ year operator experience are preferred, with pre-employment screening and a