Quality Control Inspector – Scrap Metal Grading

BlueScope Recycling and Materials; Delta (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid time off

Retirement

Job summary

BlueScope Recycling and Materials in Delta, OH, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector I to perform inbound inspections, verify material quality, and ensure accurate documentation for every load.

You will use XRF devices and visual inspection techniques to validate grade and composition, identify contamination, and support actions that protect site revenue and improve overall material quality. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to BlueScope standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year experience with ferrous/non-ferrous materials or 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.

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.

Skills

Communication

Material identification aptitude

Organizational skills

Math basics

Tech aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

XRF devices

Remis ERP system

Job description

BlueScope Recycling and Materials in Delta, OH, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector I to perform inbound inspections, verify material quality, and ensure accurate documentation for every load.

You will use XRF devices and visual inspection techniques to validate grade and composition, identify contamination, and support actions that protect site revenue and improve overall material quality. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to BlueScope standards.