Scrap Yard Utility

Position Overview: The scrap yard utility position supports the Melt Shop operations by receiving and recording incoming materials, maintaining accurate inventory levels, preparing scrap charges, and coordinating material movement throughout the scrap yard. The position requires basic math skills, strong organization, attention to details, and the ability to safely work around trucks, cranes, scrap metal, and other heavy equipment.

Basic Responsibilities: Receive and record incoming Melt Shop materials Maintain accurate inventory records for Melt Shop materials Weight specified amounts of scrap metal Load scrap metal into charging buckets Receive, record, and store materials in the appropriate locations Direct Melt Shop material truck traffic Direct and coordinate activities of the Scrap Yard crane Maintain organized material storage areas Use hooks, slings, magnets, claws, charging buckets, and scale transfer equipment Follow established safety and material-handling procedures Communicate material or operational concerns to supervisor Maintain a clean and safe work area Perform other duties as assigned Safety-Sensitive Position This is a safety-sensitive position in a heavy industrial environment. Employees work around scrap metal, trucks, cranes, and charging equipment, and other heavy machinery. Employees are required to follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and maintain constant awareness of equipment and vehicle movement.

Work Environment: Scrap metal and heavy materials Overhead cranes Trucks and material-handling equipment Outdoor weather conditions Noise and dust Moving equipment Required PPE

Skills: Basic math skills Strong organization and attention to detail Strong work ethic and dependable attendance Ability to arrive at work on time and be ready for work Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to safely direct and coordinate material movement Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to maintain productivity while managing changing priorities Strong commitment to safety

Experience: Previous manufacturing, warehouse, steel, or heavy industrial experience preferred Material handling experience preferred Forklift or overhead crane experience is a plus Scrap yard or Melt Shop experience is a plus Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED required Receiving and department-specific training will be provided

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts: 6:00AM-6:00PM/ 6:00PM-6:00AM Scrap Yard employees rotate between day and night shifts approximately every two weeks There are no permanent assigned day or night shifts Weekend and holiday work may be required Overtime may be required based on operational needs

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods Ability to bend, reach, climb, and work around industrial equipment Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds Ability to work safely around trucks, cranes, scrap metal, and other heavy equipment Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods of time Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation Training and Growth: Employees will receive hands-on training on receiving procedures, material identification, inventory processes, equipment, and department-specific safety requirements. Additional cross-training may be available as employees gain experience.

Pay and Benefits: Competitive hourly pay Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage HSA and FSA options Company-paid life insurance equal to annual salary Short-term and long-term disability coverage Profit-Sharing options USW pension 401(k) plan Paid Holidays Vacation benefits Universal Stainless is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.