Metal Scrap Yard General Laborer – Forklift & Sorting

Cleveland-Cliffs Tooling & Stamping; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT), a Taylor, MI metal recycling operation, is hiring a General Laborer to support scrap processing and material handling. You will sort metals, operate mobile equipment, and comply with safety and PPE requirements while performing varied tasks across the site.

The role requires basic math and reading/writing, reliable teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. FPT offers competitive pay and benefits; background checks and drug screening are part of the

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability 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 instructions.
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Must be able to work in environments with dust, dirt, vibrations, and weather changes.
• Pre-employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and wear PPE.
• Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, docks, and vehicles.
• Sort recycled materials by grade and type; remove non-conforming metals.
• Operate and maintain mobile equipment (forklifts, skid steers, etc.).
• Perform tasks with hand tools and power tools as required.
• Identify scrap metals by grade and type, noting contaminants.
• Remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles as required.
• Maintain plant equipment and general site cleanliness.
• Assist mechanics with equipment maintenance.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Perform other general labor tasks as required.

Skills

Math skills

Reading & writing

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Record keeping

Physical strength

Mobile equipment operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT), a Taylor, MI metal recycling operation, is hiring a General Laborer to support scrap processing and material handling. You will sort metals, operate mobile equipment, and comply with safety and PPE requirements while performing varied tasks across the site.

The role requires basic math and reading/writing, reliable teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. FPT offers competitive pay and benefits; background checks and drug screening are part of the