Yard Operations Specialist - Scrap & Material Handling

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp.; Scotts Hill (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yard Operator position at Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. in Tennessee supports daily yard operations, including scrap handling, grading, and material movement. You’ll work with cranes or loaders and help ensure material quality and timely shipping.

You will follow safety and environmental procedures, communicate with the scale and supervisors, and assist in maintenance and inventory tasks as needed, contributing to a safe, efficient yard environment and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• High School education preferred.
• Interest in learning scrap grading and material handling.
• Ability to work safely with cranes/loaders and obey procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate yard equipment to load and unload scrap.
• Inspect scrap for grade and quality; communicate findings to scale.
• Follow safety, environmental, and routine yard procedures.
• Assist in inventory and maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Willingness to learn

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Loader operation

Material handler

Baler operation

Crane operation

Job description

The Yard Operator position at Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. in Tennessee supports daily yard operations, including scrap handling, grading, and material movement. You’ll work with cranes or loaders and help ensure material quality and timely shipping.

You will follow safety and environmental procedures, communicate with the scale and supervisors, and assist in maintenance and inventory tasks as needed, contributing to a safe, efficient yard environment and ongoing development.