Inspector NF

Inspector NF

The Inspector is responsible for inspecting, identifying, grading, and purchasing ferrous and non-ferrous materials received at the facility to ensure compliance with company specifications, quality standards, and applicable regulations.

Major Job Responsibilities/Duties:

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Examine incoming customer materials to identify and classify ferrous and non-ferrous commodities.
• Determine the appropriate commodity grade and purchase classification for materials received.
• Inspect materials to ensure compliance with company specifications, quality standards, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Verify that materials meet shipping and processing standards.
• Use computer systems and kiosks to accurately process and record material purchases.
• Mark materials as approved or rejected based on inspection results and document findings as required.
• Maintain accurate inspection and purchasing records.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with suppliers and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• One (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus but are not required.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work with electronic purchasing systems.
• Ability to identify and distinguish different grades of scrap metal is preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Use hands to handle, grasp, feel, and manipulate objects.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Talk, hear, and communicate effectively.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and maintain balance.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required for this position include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, moving mechanical equipment, and industrial environments typical of a scrap metal recycling facility. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times as required by company policy.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.