Scrap Metal Processor (Richmond)

Description

Summary: The Yard Associate supports daily scrap metal recycling operations through material sorting, customer assistance, and maintaining a safe, organized, hands-on industrial environment. Highlights: 1. Hands-on, physically active role in an outdoor industrial setting 2. Opportunities for on-the-job training and growth 3. Strong team environment Scrap Metal Processor Company: Richmond Recycling Inc. Location: Richmond, Michigan Job Type: Full-Time About Us Richmond Recycling Inc. is a fast-paced scrap metal recycling facility built on hard work, safety, and efficiency. We process a wide range of materials while maintaining a clean, organized yard and delivering top service to our customers. Position Overview The Yard Associate is a key team member responsible for supporting daily yard operations. This role includes material sorting, customer assistance, general labor, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. This is a hands-on, physically active position in an outdoor industrial setting. RESPONSIBILITIES • Torch cut scrap metal of various sizes down to specified dimensions using an oxygen/natural gas torch • Adherence with company safety and environmental standards • Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections to ensure equipment is in good working order • Assisting with yard/facility cleanup and maintenance PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM JOB • Good visual acuity • Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time, hear audible warning signals, walk and stand on uneven surfaces, lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Operating and moving various equipment may require dexterity to push, pull, climb, bend, twist, turn, reach, etc. • Must exhibit a high level of endurance, energy, and strength to successfully perform duties EXPERIENCE • Previous experience with torch cutting and respirators • Ability to be flexible to changing work conditions and assignments, and work well within a team • Experience working within the Scrap Metal industry an asset • Forklift and skid steer experience is a plus • Experience torching scrap metal is also a plus What We Offer Competitive hourly pay Health Insurance Overtime opportunities Stable, year-round work On-the-job training and growth opportunities Strong team environment Why Join Richmond Recycling Inc.? This is where you start and grow. Yard Associates are the backbone of daily operations—keeping the yard moving, helping customers, and learning the business from the ground up. If you’re dependable, hardworking, and ready to get after it, we want you on the team.