Scrap Inspector I- Guelph

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Job Summary:

Receive, process and visually inspect incoming scrap with the ability to determine the grade in accordance with established procedures and specifications. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Verify and document supplier’s contents by visually inspecting load against the weight ticket obtained from the supplier.  Apply knowledge of the different types of scrap in order to accept, downgrade, or reject the load as needed.  Responsible for documenting any non-conforming material. 
2. Manually remove or signal crane operator to remove pieces of unwanted material.  Attach the weight of any non-conforming material to each ticket to ensure proper deductions.
3. Identify any environmental or safety issues (e.g., gas tanks, enclosed cylinders, batteries, stored energy sources in the load, etc.) and ensure proper disposal.
4. Use portable scanner to process the supplier’s load, entering the contents of the load into the SAP computer system while ensuring the data is accurately entered for inventory control purposes.
5. Communicate with crane operators and direct traffic to the correct location to be unloaded while being mindful of traffic flow. 
6. Responsible for ensuring all truck drivers follow company guidelines and procedures. 
7. Use the hand held Radiation Detector as needed to inspect loads.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Monitor all loads and material for potential fire hazards.
2. Follows all PPE requirements and safety rules/guidelines for all tasks being performed.
3. Maintains communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
4. Work independently and as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision. 
5. Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
6. Engagement in GBS tools and methodology.
7. Complete training requirements to perform other occupations as needed.
8. Assists maintenance and operations personnel as needed.
9. All other duties as assigned.

Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, and/or improper operation of plant equipment or machinery; refer questionable and unusual matters to proper supervision.  Maintain work area and equipment in a clear and orderly fashion.  Follow all safety regulations and practices.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High School Education/GED preferred.
• Desire to enhance skills and knowledge to develop as a Gerdau employee
• Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau

Salary & Benefits

• Medical and Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Pension/RSP plan
• Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.  

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com