Scrap Metal Processor & Yard Specialist

Dem-Con Companies; Hugo (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dem-Con Companies is seeking a Metal Recycling General Laborer/Scrap Processor to purchase and process ferrous and non-ferrous materials, drain vehicle fluids, dismantle wiring, and grade scrap materials. You will operate forks or skid steer and ensure quality on outbound loads.

The role requires basic tools experience, good customer service, and reliable attendance. Training provided; safety standards apply in a busy yard setting in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service required.
• Strong work ethic and punctual attendance.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of scrap metal recycling industry is a plus.
• Previous forklift/skidsteer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and process miscellaneous scrap metal items from customers.
• Drain fluids from vehicles (gas, oil, transmission fluid, etc.).
• Dismantle/disassemble insulated wiring and scrap components.
• Process ferrous and non-ferrous metals with chopsaw/reciprocating saw or other tools.
• Prepare/downsize oversized pieces of metal with plasma cutter or oxy/propane torch.
• Move metal scraps to different areas of the yard using forklift, skidsteer, etc.
• Prepare and ensure quality control on outbound loads.
• Identify various scrap materials and grade accordingly.
• Ensure trucks are inspected, checked for density, identified, weighed and logged.
• Identify non-conforming or unacceptable types of scrap material.
• Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; remove debris and hazards.
• Monitor current marketplace information on pricing and scrap availability.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer Service

Work Ethic

Punctuality

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Scrap Metal Knowledge

Forklift/Skid Steer

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Dem-Con Companies is seeking a Metal Recycling General Laborer/Scrap Processor to purchase and process ferrous and non-ferrous materials, drain vehicle fluids, dismantle wiring, and grade scrap materials. You will operate forks or skid steer and ensure quality on outbound loads.

The role requires basic tools experience, good customer service, and reliable attendance. Training provided; safety standards apply in a busy yard setting in Minnesota.