Quality Control Inspector

BlueScope Recycling and Materials LLC; Delta (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement

Job summary

BlueScope Recycling and Materials LLC is hiring a Quality Control Inspector I in Delta, Colorado, to ensure incoming scrap materials meet quality standards. This role involves performing inspections, identifying quality issues, and maintaining accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (or GED) and at least one year of experience with scrap materials. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and life insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with ferrous and non-ferrous materials preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Demonstrated technological aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inbound inspections of scrap metal.
• Perform outbound quality verification.
• Identify contamination and recommend remedial procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic math

Material identification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

XRF devices

Remis – Scrap Metal ERP

Job description

Company Description

BlueScope Recycling is a full‑service ferrous scrap metal recycler with processing facilities in Waterloo, IN, Delta, OH, and Mansfield, OH. We buy scrap from industrial generators, wholesale suppliers, and the general public, focusing on delivering the highest level of service.

Summary

The Quality Control Inspector I (QCI I) supports BlueScope Recycling’s quality standards by performing accurate inbound inspections, identifying material quality issues, and ensuring proper documentation for every load received. This position protects site revenue, ensures correct grading, reduces deductions, and supports consistent material quality for downstream customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct inbound inspections of scrap metal to ensure materials meet quality, safety, and specification standards.
• Perform outbound quality verification to ensure loads meet consumer specifications before shipment.
• Identify contamination and quality risks; recommend remedial procedures to correct deficiencies and prevent reoccurrence.
• Utilize XRF devices, visual inspection techniques, and material identification methods to validate grade and composition.
• Ensure Remis entries are accurate, complete, and timely to support quality tracking and revenue protection.
• Assist suppliers by directing them to the correct commodity pile or quality‑appropriate unloading location.
• Support safe and efficient yard flow by giving clear instructions, guiding traffic, and communicating hazards.
• Share inspection findings with operations and settlement teams to support corrective actions, deduction decisions, and process improvements.
• Participate in collaborative efforts focused on elevating material quality, reducing contamination, and improving inspection consistency.
• Contribute to quality improvements within inspection systems, documentation clarity, and process flow.
• Model consistent application of BlueScope’s quality standards and reinforce the importance of inspection accuracy.
• Follow all BlueScope Recycling Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) rules and policies without exception.
• Maintain housekeeping expectations in assigned areas to support safe, effective inspection work.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of experience working with ferrous and non‑ferrous materials or demonstrated aptitude to learn material identification principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively.
• Demonstrated technological aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to or training with XRF devices for material identification.
• Experience with Remis – Scrap Metal ERP system.
• Knowledge of scrap metal commodities and basic market conditions.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, generally 8–12 hours per shift.
• Performs frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and reaching during material inspections.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Requires visual ability to inspect materials for quality, contaminants, and safety hazards, including distinguishing between colors and material types.
• Works in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Works in proximity to heavy machinery and high‑noise environments while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to wear required PPE for extended periods.

Quantitative Scope

No budget responsibility. No direct or indirect reports.

Benefits

A total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO Statement

BlueScope Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability status.