The Metals Inspector is responsible for observing and monitoring the delivery of material to verify conformance to quality and quantity specifications. Duties may include assisting with daily production operations, as well as receiving and stockpiling of materials and products.
- $29.50 per hour
- Monday - Friday (no weekends)
- Trainable position with career growth opportunities at Radius Recycling.
Day to Day:
- Inspect shipments of scrap metal received via truck, rail car, or ship to ensure material meets specifications and is free from environmental hazards in accordance with scrap acceptance policy.
- Correctly identify and record inspection data such as weight, grade, content, and quantity of scrap metal.
- Notify operations and commercial supervisors of problems and assist in recommending remedial procedures to correct violations or issues encountered during inspection.
- Collaborate with commercial department concerning quality and consistency of customer deliveries.
- Direct the unloading of vehicles delivering scrap to ensure safe and orderly traffic flow within the facility.
Job Conditions of the Metals Inspector role
- This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions.
- Physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt are present due to the equipment, machinery, and scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard.
- Safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, face shields, and additional personal protective equipment as needed, must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these hazards.
Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions of the Metals Inspector role
- Ability to: sit rarely; stand and walk frequently on uneven ground and throughout the yard
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds consistently
- Push and pull occasionally when moving materials
- Crouch or bend at the knees consistently to move or access materials or equipment
- Stoop or bend at the waist consistently to move materials
- Reach at arms length and overhead frequently
- Twist and turn at the neck and trunk continually
- Climb occasionally when obtaining items
- Manual dexterity required as the Metals Inspector will handle, grasp, and manipulate materials constantly; communicate by speech and hearing continually
Qualifications of the Metals Inspector role
- High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent experience in a similar role preferred.
- Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with customers and other employees required.
Pay: $29.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
