General Labor

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a General Laborer on Day Shift at the Pontiac, MI location. The General Laborer is responsible for the processing of scrap metals using various tools and equipment. Summary of Responsibilities:

Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.

Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, docks, delivery vehicles, staging areas, or containers using mobile equipment or by hand.

Sort a variety of recycled materials and metals to separate out high-grade metals and removes any non-conforming metals.

Operate & maintain mobile equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers, street sweeper, and/or water trucks.

Perform tasks involving physical labor using tools, including but not limited to standard hand tools, torch, bander, chop saw, alligator shear, saw zall, and wire snips.

Identify scrap including the grade and type of material and any undesirable elements within the material.

Remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles as required.

Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping

Assists mechanics in the maintenance of equipment including plant equipment

Interacts with customers or drivers to direct or assist them

Performs other general laborer tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math.

Experience operating mobile equipment preferred.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Ability to follow oral and written communication.

Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.

Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Work cooperatively with other employees and the public

Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.

Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including top pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more!