BlueScope Recycling is a full-service, ferrous scrap metal recycler with processing facilities in Waterloo, Indiana and Delta, Ohio.  (BlueScope Recycling was previously owned by MetalX.)

With a focus on delivering the highest level of service, BlueScope Recycling buys scrap from industrial generators, wholesale suppliers, and the general public. 

As a processor, BlueScope Recycling transform raw ferrous scrap into specification melt products for primary and secondary producers of iron, steel, and stainless steel.

BlueScope Recycling is focused on achieving long-term sustainable growth by applying extensive knowledge and experience to support the unique needs of generators and consumers of scrap metal.

BlueScope Recycling is part of the BlueScope family of businesses.  For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!   

BlueScope Recycling and Materials (BRM), is actively seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support our Waterloo, IN location.

Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment; primarily loaders, shears, grapple, skid steers, forklifts, tractor/trailer
•    Perform daily preventive maintenance on equipment as required 
•    Follow the dress code and compliance of proper PPE at all times
•    Work independently in the absence of direct supervision 
•    Prepare all necessary documentation [Bill of Ladings, Work Orders, Purchase Orders, Tool Orders]
•    Conveyor systems, hydraulic systems, PLC’s
•    Welding, grinding, weld set-up
•    Set up and break down machinery
•    Maintain 5-S program (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, Sustain)

Required Qualifications:
•    High school diploma or GED, Trade school
•    2 years minimum experience Maintenance/ Mechanic
•    Hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•    Problem-solving
•    Welding and grinding
•    Sort and identify tools and parts
•    Pass a pre-employment drug screening
•    Pass a pre-employment background check
•    Willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary

Physical Requirements:
•    Sit, stand, walk, and stoop for long periods of time
•    Able to climb in/on mobile equipment
•    Exposure to physical operations in scrap recycling facilities, including walking/climbing within active industrial yards with uneven surfaces in inclement weather

Quantitative Scope:
•    No budget responsibility
•    No direct/indirect reports

Work authorization:
•    No sponsorship available
 

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. 

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