Scrap Yard Operator I

Gerdau; Milan (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerdau is seeking a Yard Operator I to join our Memphis/Jackson area operations. The role focuses on scrap grading, inspection, and handling, including loading and unloading with a loader or material handler.

Candidates should be able to learn and follow safety, environmental, and quality procedures daily. You will communicate with the scale, supervisor, and customers about material quality and shipping requirements, while supporting routine equipment care and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Desire to enhance skills and knowledge to develop as a Gerdau employee
• Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau
• High School Education at a minimum.

Responsibilities

• Follow all established Gerdau Safety, Environmental, and Routine procedures specific to the yard.
• Work involves a variety of tasks, simple through moderately complex in nature, requiring some care to ensure correct procedures are being followed.
• Ensure that all incoming scrap is scanned for radiation and that all material that fails the scan is quarantined and the appropriate personnel are notified.
• Operate the loader and/or the material handler to assist in loading and unloading scrap material, while following the quality standards of Gerdau and the customer.
• Ensure that all incoming scrap inspected against quality, and environmental standards and appropriate deductions and downgrades are applied.
• Inspect and verify scrap for grade and quality. Identify deductions and downgrades.
• Ensure that all outbound materials meets safety and quality standards.
• Perform and document daily Routine Equipment Care (REC).
• Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, safety, and/or improper operation of plant equipment or machinery; refer questionable and unusual matters to proper supervision.

Education

High School Education

Job description

Gerdau is seeking a Yard Operator I to join our Memphis/Jackson area operations. The role focuses on scrap grading, inspection, and handling, including loading and unloading with a loader or material handler.

Candidates should be able to learn and follow safety, environmental, and quality procedures daily. You will communicate with the scale, supervisor, and customers about material quality and shipping requirements, while supporting routine equipment care and safety practices.