Scrap Metal General Laborer - Hands-On Role

Cleveland-Cliffs; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs, Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) in Warren, MI is seeking a General Laborer to assist in processing scrap metals at our Warren location. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, sorting metals, and operating equipment while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

The role requires physical labor, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and good teamwork. Pre-employment screenings apply. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Experience operating mobile equipment preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Must be able to work in an environment with dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme weather.
• Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and PPE use.
• Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, or vehicles.
• Sort recycled materials to separate high-grade metals.
• Operate and maintain mobile equipment (forklifts, skid steers, etc.).
• Perform tasks using hand tools and equipment as listed.
• Identify scrap and material grades and any undesirable elements.
• Remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles as required.
• Keep plant equipment clean and perform housekeeping.
• Assist mechanics in equipment maintenance.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.
• Perform other general laborer tasks as required.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Communication

Record keeping

Teamwork

Physical strength

Safety awareness

Mobile equipment experience

Tools

Forklifts

Skid steer

Street sweeper

Water trucks

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs, Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) in Warren, MI is seeking a General Laborer to assist in processing scrap metals at our Warren location. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, sorting metals, and operating equipment while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

The role requires physical labor, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and good teamwork. Pre-employment screenings apply. Equal opportunity employer.