Scrap Metal Equipment Operator: Front Loader & Forklift Pro

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company in Detroit, MI is seeking an Equipment Operator to process scrap metals using various tools and heavy machinery. The role involves loading/unloading, sorting materials, and maintaining equipment in a fast-paced recycling environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED (or 1+ year operator experience), be able to read and write, and work safely outdoors in changing conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Ability to work independently and safely in a manufacturing setting.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED; 1+ years of equipment operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety standards and wear PPE; keep site clean.
• Load/unload materials from storage and docks using equipment or hand tools.
• Sort recycled materials and separate high-grade metals from non-conforming metals.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment (front end loaders, manlifts, yard vehicles).
• Operate baler, weigh, and place finished bales in inventory.
• Perform daily inspections of equipment and general housekeeping.
• Assist mechanics with equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.

Skills

Reading & writing

Independent worker

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

1+ years equipment operator experience

Tools

Front end loader

Forklift

Manlift

Job description

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company in Detroit, MI is seeking an Equipment Operator to process scrap metals using various tools and heavy machinery. The role involves loading/unloading, sorting materials, and maintaining equipment in a fast-paced recycling environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED (or 1+ year operator experience), be able to read and write, and work safely outdoors in changing conditions.