BlueScope Recycling is a full-service, ferrous scrap metal recycler with processing facilities in Waterloo, IN, Delta, OH, and Mansfield, OH. BlueScope Recycling buys scrap from industrial generators, wholesale suppliers, and the general public, focusing on delivering the highest level of service. 

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

BlueScope Recycling focuses 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 has continued 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!   

Summary:  The Crane Operator loads and unloads material using company equipment to specified locations while maintaining a safe and organized yard while achieving company goals, under the direction of the Area Supervisor. Efficiently identifies and sorts materials and feeds the shredder conveyor line.  Additional responsibilities include equipment up-keep, non-mechanical maintenance, and safe operation.               

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform physical duties that are associated with the operation of equipment
• Follow the direction of the Area Supervisor with regard to daily production and activities to complete the job
• 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
• Profound ability to make decisions, solve problems and handle high-stress situations calmly and safely

 Required Qualifications:

• Basic math, reading and writing skills
• Heavy equipment experience preferred

[Skid steer, Bob Cat, Fork Lift, Front End Loader, Crane]

• Knowledge of Non-Ferrous and Ferrous Materials
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work efficiently
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Pass a pre-employment background check
• Willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary

Physical Requirements:

• Sit and stand for long periods of time
• Able to climb into mobile equipment
• Exposure to physical operations in scrap recycling facilities, including walking/climbing in 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.