Scrap Material Inspector: Quality & Grading

Sims Limited; Deptford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal in Deptford, NJ is hiring an Inspector to inspect, grade, and purchase ferrous and non-ferrous materials, ensuring compliance with company specs and regulations. You will use computer systems to process purchases and document findings, while maintaining accurate records and providing excellent customer service.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related experience, with English literacy and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus but not required.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with electronic purchasing systems.
• Ability to identify and distinguish different grades of scrap metal is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Examine incoming customer materials to identify and classify ferrous and non-ferrous commodities.
• Determine the appropriate commodity grade and purchase classification for materials received.
• Inspect materials to ensure compliance with company specifications, quality standards, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Verify that materials meet shipping and processing standards.
• Use computer systems and kiosks to accurately process and record material purchases.
• Mark materials as approved or rejected based on inspection results and document findings as required.
• Maintain accurate inspection and purchasing records.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with suppliers and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic computer skills

Grade identification of scrap metal

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sims Metal in Deptford, NJ is hiring an Inspector to inspect, grade, and purchase ferrous and non-ferrous materials, ensuring compliance with company specs and regulations. You will use computer systems to process purchases and document findings, while maintaining accurate records and providing excellent customer service.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related experience, with English literacy and basic computer skills.