Metal Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

BigFoot Staffing is excited to offer a Direct Hire Metal Buyer position. Once you apply, we’ll reach out to schedule a time to talk more about this opportunity.

Pay Range: $19.00/hour

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday

Location: Portland, OR

Industry: Recycling / Metals Processing

Description

We are seeking a knowledgeable and dependable Metal Buyer to join our NE Portland facility. This position plays a key role in the purchasing, sorting, and processing of both ferrous and non-ferrous metals while helping maintain a safe, organized, and efficient recycling operation.

The ideal candidate will have experience identifying metal grades, operating heavy equipment such as forklifts and front-end loaders, and providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced industrial environment.

This is a hands-on role that combines material handling, purchasing, equipment operation, and customer interaction within a busy recycling and metals processing facility.

• Identify and evaluate ferrous and non-ferrous metal grades
• Purchase materials at the most favorable price while meeting quality and specification requirements
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently, including:
• Forklifts
• Front-end loaders
• Shears
• Wire strippers
• Tote tippers
• Load and unload trailers, trucks, and containers
• Move materials throughout the warehouse and processing yard
• Enter purchase and sales information into company computer systems
• Remove contaminants from recyclable commodities
• Assist customers in the public depot and buyback area
• Provide professional and courteous customer service
• Assist law enforcement with company theft prevention procedures when required
• Report equipment issues or malfunctions to supervisors and maintenance personnel
• Participate in monthly safety meetings
• Conduct daily inspections to ensure the facility remains safe, clean, and organized
• Follow all company safety policies and wear required PPE at all times
• Perform additional duties and operational support tasks as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of metal grades and scrap metal processing
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and front-end loader
• Strong ability to multitask in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Ability to remain composed and productive under pressure
• Basic math skills with the ability to calculate weights, quantities, and pricing accurately
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Willingness to participate in continued job training and skill development
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Preferred Backgrounds

• Scrap metal recycling or metals processing experience
• Equipment operation experience in industrial or yard environments
• Warehouse, recycling, or material handling backgrounds
• Customer-facing industrial service experience
• Experience with inventory or purchasing systems

Work Environment

• Combination of outdoor yard and warehouse operations
• Exposure to industrial equipment, metals, dust, and varying weather conditions
• Physically active environment involving lifting, walking, climbing, and equipment operation
• Fast-paced team environment with a strong focus on safety and organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 49 lbs unassisted
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, and climbing stairs
• Ability to perform repetitive physical work throughout the shift
• Frequent use of hands and computer systems for operational tasks
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Stable full-time position with long-term opportunity
• Hands-on role within a growing metals and recycling operation
• Opportunity for continued training and advancement
• Team-oriented environment focused on safety and operational excellence

If you have experience with metal identification, heavy equipment operation, and enjoy working in a fast-paced industrial setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for the Metal Buyer position!

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