General Laborer - Scrap Metal Processing & Safe Operations

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company in Pontiac, MI is seeking a General Laborer to support scrap metal processing, material handling, and equipment operation on-site.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Pre-employment background, physical, and hair drug screen are required. Competitive pay and benefits are offered within Cleveland-Cliffs’ network.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Experience operating mobile equipment preferred.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.
• Safety-minded with PPE adherence.
• Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including PPE use and site cleanliness.
• Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, docks, and vehicles.
• Sort recycled materials and metals to separate high-grade metals from non-conforming items.
• Operate and maintain mobile equipment including forklifts, skid steers, street sweeper, and water trucks.
• Perform tasks with hand tools and power tools (torch, bander, chop saw, sawzall, wire snips).
• Identify scrap grades and remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles as needed.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping of plant equipment.
• Assist mechanics with equipment maintenance.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Perform other general laborer tasks as required.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift

Mobile equipment operation

Job description

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company in Pontiac, MI is seeking a General Laborer to support scrap metal processing, material handling, and equipment operation on-site.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Pre-employment background, physical, and hair drug screen are required. Competitive pay and benefits are offered within Cleveland-Cliffs’ network.