Scrap Cutter - Coatesville, PA

SMS; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Opportunities for growth

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

SMS in Coatesville is looking for a dependable Scrap Cutter to enhance our scrap processing operations. In this role, you'll safely cut and prepare a variety of scrap materials, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have torch cutting experience and a strong commitment to safety in a heavy industrial environment. We offer a competitive pay of $25.17/hour and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous torch cutting, welding, or industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to safely recognize and respond to workplace hazards.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate oxy-fuel cutting torches and related cutting equipment.
• Cut oversized scrap metal into specified dimensions.
• Inspect scrap materials for prohibited items and safety hazards.

Skills

Oxy-fuel cutting experience

Industrial experience

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cutting torches

Job description

SMS Mill Services, LLC is a leader in the steel mill services industry prioritizing recycling and environmental/worker' safety and handling all operations with integrity. We partner with our customers to design custom, cost-effective solutions, which focus on adding value and achieving goals for the operation and the environment. Our range of services includes, but is not limited scrap yard management, finished or semi-finished product services, melt shop services, logistics/transportation support, and slag processing.

SMS is seeking a highly dependable and safety focused Scrap Cutter to join our scrap processing operations at a Cleveland-Cliffs facility. The Scrap Cutter is responsible for safely cutting, sizing, and preparing various grades of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials for processing and shipment. This position plays a critical role in maintaining efficient operations while ensuring all work is performed in accordance with company and customer safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate oxy-fuel cutting torches and related cutting equipment
• Cut oversized scrap metal into specified dimensions for processing, loading, and transportation
• Identify and segregate scrap materials according to customer and company specifications
• Inspect scrap materials for prohibited items, contaminants, and safety hazards
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance of cutting equipment, hoses, regulators, and torches
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all site‑specific, customer, company, OSHA, and environmental regulations
• Work closely with crane operators, heavy equipment operators, and supervisors to maintain production goals
• Complete required inspections, safety documentation, and production reports
• Assist with other yard and operational duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous torch cutting, welding, fabrication, scrap processing, steel mill, demolition, or industrial experience preferred
• Experience using oxy‑fuel cutting equipment strongly preferred
• Ability to safely recognize and respond to workplace hazards
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team

Safety

• Adhere to all local, state, OSHA, environmental and site‑specific regulations. Perform and document daily safety checks, follow all safety rules, wear PPE, provide a safe environment for all employees and visitors

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions
• Ability to wear required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, face shield, hearing protection, gloves, respirator, and steel‑toe boots

Work Environment

• Heavy industrial steel mill and scrap processing environment
• Exposure to heat, sparks, dust, noise, moving equipment, and changing weather conditions
• Rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, and holiday work may be required

What we can Offer

• $25.17/hour
• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and benefits
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry

Schedule

• Rotating Shift

SMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.