Job Information
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. Lead Equipment Operator in Cleveland, Ohio
Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for an Operator on 1st Shift at the Cleveland, OH location. The Equipment Operator is responsible for the processing of scrap metals using various tools and equipment including front end loaders.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
Load and unload materials from storage, production areas, docks, delivery vehicles, staging areas, or containers using mobile equipment or by hand.
Sort a variety of recycled materials and metals to separate out high-grade metals and removes any non-conforming metals.
Operate & maintain heavy equipment including but not limited to front end loaders, manlift, yard vehicle, car crusher, shear, and or yard switch tractor.
Operate & maintain mobile equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers, manlifts, street sweeper, and/or water trucks.
Recognize and coach others on upset conditions, determine cause and then take the appropriate corrective action.
Identify operating irregularities, troubleshoot, and correct equipment performance or sufficiently relay details to maintenance and supervisory personnel.
Train and acquaint entry level laborers and equipment operators within different areas of the yard and mobile plant equipment
Assist in the direction of employees and fill in as supervisor where required.
Perform tasks involving physical labor using tools, including but not limited to standard hand tools, torch, bander, saw zall, and wire snips.
Identify scrap including the grade and type of material and any undesirable elements within the material.
Responsible for positioning trailers and containers around the yard and emptying gaylord boxes as required.
Responsible for switching rail cars, locomotive operation.
Remove fluids from incoming materials or vehicles as required.
Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping
Assists mechanics in the maintenance of equipment including plant equipment
Interacts with customers or drivers to direct or assist them
Performs other general laborer tasks as required
Performs daily inspections of equipment
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High School Diploma/GED.
5+ years of equipment operator experience.
Ability to work independently
Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to follow oral and written communication
Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects
Ability to endure physical and outdoor work on a daily basis.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
Work cooperatively with other employees and the public
Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.
Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required
Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including top pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more!
