Job Description
The Metals Inspector reports to the Stockpiling Supervisor, the Shredder Operations Supervisor, or the Terminal Operations Manager. The Metals Inspector is responsible for observing and monitoring the delivery of material to verify conformance to quality and quantity specifications, while ensuring that all of his/her efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. Duties may include assisting with daily production operations, as well as receiving and stockpiling of materials and products. The Metals Inspector should possess knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and other techniques required for maximizing the receipt and transfer of quality product.
This position operates under flexible parameters. The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the position. Providing the highest quality product safely, effectively and efficiently decreases accidents and errors and increase profits.
**Essential Functions**
Environmental and Health \& Safety (H\&S)
* Strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
* Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers and visitors.
Operational Performance \& Best Business Practices
* 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.
* Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
Equipment \& Maintenance
* Report all equipment deficiencies or malfunctions requiring maintenance or repair to the proper supervisor.
**Internal Control Responsibilities**
Supports the Company's Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating, and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures, and controls to better relate to the business.
Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.
**Interpersonal Contacts**
Direct contact with Stockpiling Supervisor, Shredder Operations Supervisor, or Terminal Operations Manager, operations production employees, and customers. Face\-to\-face and radio communication required daily.
**Job Conditions**
This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt are presen...