Scrap Yard Utility

Universal Stainless; Kirwan Heights (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Profit-sharing

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products, Inc. is seeking a dependable Scrap Yard Utility to support Melt Shop operations in Bridgeville, PA. The role involves receiving, recording, and weighing scrap materials, maintaining inventory, and coordinating material movement around heavy equipment.

The position starts as a Utility role with paid training and opportunities to advance. Applicants must be able to work around trucks, cranes, scrap metal, and in a fast-paced industrial environment with strict

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required and safety training will be provided.
• Basic math, organization, attention to detail, and punctuality are essential.
• Experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and record incoming Melt Shop materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for Melt Shop materials.
• Weight specified amounts of scrap metal.
• Direct and coordinate activities of the Scrap Yard crane.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Basic math

Organization

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Dependable attendance

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Overhead crane experience

Job description

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Scrap Yard Utility

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1830

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products, Inc. is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Scrap Yard employee to join our team in Bridgeville, PA. This position is responsible for receiving, organizing, weighing, recording, and preparing scrap materials used in Melt Shop operations.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working around heavy equipment, and able to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The scrap yard utility position supports the Melt Shop operations by receiving and recording incoming materials, maintaining accurate inventory levels, preparing scrap charges, and coordinating material movement throughout the scrap yard.

This position will begin as a Utility role. Employees will receive training and gain experience until they meet the qualifications required to advance into the posted position title.

The position requires basic math skills, strong organization, attention to details, and the ability to safely work around trucks, cranes, scrap metal, and other heavy equipment.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and record incoming Melt Shop materials
• Maintain accurate inventory records for Melt Shop materials
• Weight specified amounts of scrap metal
• Receive, record, and store materials in the appropriate locations
• Direct and coordinate activities of the Scrap Yard crane
• Maintain organized material storage areas
• Use hooks, slings, magnets, claws, charging buckets, and scale transfer equipment
• Follow established safety and material-handling procedures
• Communicate material or operational concerns to supervisor
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Perform other duties as assigned

SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION

This is a safety-sensitive position in a heavy industrial environment. Employees work around scrap metal, trucks, cranes, and charging equipment, and other heavy machinery.

Employees are required to follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE and maintain constant awareness of equipment and vehicle movement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Scrap Yard is a heavy industrial work environment and may involve exposure to:

• Scrap metal and heavy materials
• Trucks and material-handling equipment
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Noise and dust
• Moving equipment
• Required PPE

SKILLS

• Basic math skills
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to arrive at work on time and be ready for work
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to safely direct and coordinate material movement
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain productivity while managing changing priorities
• Strong commitment to safety

EXPERIENCE

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, steel, or heavy industrial experience preferred
• Material handling experience preferred
• Forklift or overhead crane experience is a plus
• Scrap yard or Melt Shop experience is a plus

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Receiving and department-specific training will be provided

SCHEDULE

• 12-hour rotating shifts: 6:00AM-6:00PM/ 6:00PM-6:00AM
• Scrap Yard employees rotate between day and night shifts approximately every two weeks
• There are no permanent assigned day or night shifts
• Weekend and holiday work may be required
• Overtime may be required based on operational needs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to bend, reach, climb, and work around industrial equipment
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work safely around trucks, cranes, scrap metal, and other heavy equipment
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods of time
• Ability to wear PPE for extended periods of time
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

TRAINING AND GROWTH

As you become qualified for additional roles and responsibilities, you will have opportunities to advance and earn higher pay.

Employees will receive hands-on training on receiving procedures, material identification, inventory processes, equipment, and department- specific safety requirements. Additional cross-training may be available as employees gain experience.

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Competitive hourly pay
• DAY ONE BENEFITS: Medical, dental, and vision
• HSA and FSA options
• Company- paid life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Profit-Sharing opportunities
• USW pension
• 401 (k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Vacation benefits

Universal Stainless is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.