General Laborer

Cleveland Cliffs; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Cliffs seeks a General Laborer for its Strong Operation in Detroit, Michigan. This role involves processing recycled scrap metals, operating various tools and equipment, and adhering to safety standards in a physically demanding environment. Candidates should possess good communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Experience operating mobile equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and maintain cleanliness of the site.
• Load and unload materials and sort recycled materials.
• Operate and maintain mobile equipment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Job description

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 of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs and has an immediate opportunity for a General Laborer on Night Shift at the Strong Operation in Detroit, Michigan location. The General Laborer is responsible for the processing of scrap metals using various tools and equipment.

Summary of Responsibilities :

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
• Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, docks, delivery vehicles, staging areas, or containers using mobile equipment or by hand.
• Sort a variety of recycled materials and metals to separate out high-grade metals and removes any non-conforming metals.
• Operate & maintain mobile equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers, street sweeper, and / or water trucks.
• Perform tasks involving physical labor using tools, including but not limited to standard hand tools, torch, bander, chop saw, alligator shear, saw zall, and wire snips.
• Identify scrap including the grade and type of material and any undesirable elements within the material.
• Remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles as required.
• Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping.
• Assist mechanics in the maintenance of equipment including plant equipment.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Perform other general laborer tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications :

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math.

Experience operating mobile equipment preferred.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Ability to follow oral and written communication.

Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.

Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.

Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.

Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.