Scrap Metal Grader

Nucor Corporation; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonuses

Benefits after 30 days

Profit sharing

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Trademark Metals Recycling LLC in Pompano Beach, FL, is seeking a Material Grader to receive scrap, weigh and grade materials, and keep the warehouse moving efficiently. You’ll learn to identify metals, catch non-accepted items, and ensure loads are processed accurately.

Training is provided, with weekly pay, bonuses, and benefits starting within 30 days. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and hustle, with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of general labor experience.
• Able to stand or walk for up to 12 hours.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Outdoor/warehouse environment; fast-paced setting.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Receive scrap at kiosk, weigh, code correctly in system, and move to correct container.
• Inspect incoming scrap and vehicles, advise customers on what’s accepted, and apply deductions as needed.
• Assist with weighing, sorting, and moving materials throughout the warehouse.
• Operate a forklift to move material (training provided).
• Maintain clean and safe work area through sweeping and general cleanup.
• Cross-train in other positions and support team as needed.

Skills

Bilingual preferred

Dependable

Safety‑conscious

Tools

Forklift operating

Job description

Job Details

Division: Trademark Metals Recycling LLC

Location: Pompano Beach , FL , United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Know Your Metal. Own Your Station. Build a Real Career.

If you like hands-on work, working with customers, and learning the ins and outs of scrap metal — this role puts you right in the middle of the action. As a Material Grader at Trademark Metals Recycling, you’ll receive incoming scrap, weigh and grade materials, and keep the warehouse moving efficiently. You’ll learn to identify metals, catch what doesn’t belong, and make sure every load is processed accurately. We’ll train you up — and back you with Nucor’s weekly pay, real bonuses, and benefits that start in just 30 days.

Top Benefits – Why You'll Want to Work Here

Average annual earnings: $60,000+

(Includes base pay, weekly overtime opportunities, and production bonuses)

• Weekly production bonus – unlimited earning potential
• Paid training – we’ll teach you what you need to succeed
• Fast benefits – medical, dental, & vision after just 30 days
• Profit sharing – yearly payout averaging ~17% of annual pay
• 401(k) match – company matches 17% of your contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan – company matches 10%
• Paid vacation – 40 hours after 6 months
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement – up to $5,250 per year
• Company-paid life & disability insurance
• Clear career paths – promote from within, no cap on growth

Go to www.Nucor.com/benefits to learn more!

Daily Job Duties – What You'll Do

• Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures — attend safety meetings and look out for yourself and your teammates
• Receive customers’ scrap metal at the kiosk, weigh it, enter the correct material code into the system, and move it to the right container in the warehouse
• Inspect incoming scrap and vehicles — advise customers on what’s accepted, flag non-accepted material, and take deductions as needed
• Assist with weighing, sorting, and moving material throughout the warehouse — physical handling of materials is a core part of the job
• Operate a forklift to move material in the yard and warehouse (or learn — we train)
• Keep your work area clean and safe — sweeping, shoveling, and general clean‑up as needed
• Cross‑train in other positions and jump in wherever the team needs you

You’re the connection between the customer and the scale — accuracy and hustle matter here. No scrap metal experience required — we provide paid training to get you up to speed fast.

Job Requirements – What We're Looking For

• Minimum 1 year of general labor experience — preferably in scrap metal, warehousing, or construction
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, non-stop outdoor and warehouse environment
• Able to stand or walk for most of the shift (up to 12 hours)
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors in heat and all weather conditions
• Dependable — shows up on time and stays on task without constant supervision
• Able to shift priorities quickly and complete tasks safely and effectively
• Forklift experience is a plus (not required — we train)
• Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed
• Bilingual preferred
• Candidates within 50 miles of location preferred
• Must pass a hair drug test and background check

About Us – Why Trademark Metals Recycling & Nucor?

Nucor is a Fortune 150 company and North America’s leader in steel manufacturing and recycling. We believe in:

• Safety first—always
• Pay for performance
• Promoting from within
• Long‑term stability
• Taking care of our people and communities

If you want steady work, strong weekly pay, real benefits from day one, and a career you can build—not just a paycheck—

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace