Inspector-FE

Sims Metal; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal is seeking an Inspector to evaluate incoming non-ferrous materials and determine purchase viability according to specifications. This on-site role emphasizes safety, accurate material identification, and proper documentation of examinations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and basic related experience. Excellent English communication skills are necessary for interactions with customers and team members, with on-site training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to the safety plan.
• Examines customer materials to determine the non-ferrous commodity and purchase value.
• Inspects product to determine compliance with specifications and quality control standards.
• Uses a computer kiosk to purchase the ferrous material.
• Stamps approval or rejection on product and writes examination reports.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Job Summary

The Inspectors, inspects and purchases non-ferrous materials coming in to be in compliance with specifications.

Major Job Responsibilities/ Dutie s

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to company's safety plan
• Examines customer materials to determine the non-ferrous commodity. Determine what commodity to purchase the material.
• Inspects product to determine compliance with company’s specifications, quality control system for compliance with legal requirements and shipping conformity to specified standards
• Uses a computer kiosk to purchase the ferrous material
• Stamps mark of approval or rejection on product and writes report of examination
• Other duties may be assigned

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to speak and understand English. Ability to speak and understand Spanish is not required by a positive

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.