Lead Shredder Mechanic; Night Shift

At General Scrap Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

At our Denver facility, we are looking for a night shift lead Shredder Mechanic who performs daily, weekly and monthly production, maintenance and repairs of all Shredder related equipment. Working in conjunction with the management team develops a strategy for working safely, efficiently and effectively. Assigns specific roles related to a repair to individual peers. CF&I Recycling is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury‑free environment.

It is required for all jobs.

• Promotes safety with co‑workers and has the ability to stop work when a potential unsafe act or condition is identified.
• Maintains and repairs conveyors, bearing shafts, head pulleys, tail pulleys, gearboxes, and safely performs hammer and mill liner change‑outs.
• Ensures all work areas are clean, tidy, and free from unsafe conditions at all times.
• Assists the management team with planning projects by providing input and recommendations to initiate the safest, most efficient, and effective approach.
• Monitors and inspects equipment to prevent failures before they occur.
• Understands monthly shred commitments to the mill and assists with coordinating rail car shipments to reduce demurrage charges.
• Understands the costs associated with specific repairs and their impact on the bottom line.
• Mentors fellow employees by sharing skills and knowledge and encouraging feedback and input.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates the ability to lead the shredder team.

• Completion of High School and/or equivalent
• 3-5 years’ experience working on shredder’s
• 3-5 years in the Metal/Nonmetal mining industry will be an asset
• 3-5 years of Welding experience D1.1
• Ability to push, pull and/or lift up to 70 lbs
• Must be fluent in verbal and written English
• Ability to follow directives
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record required
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Communicates clearly and listens carefully in an open candid and consistent manner.
• Occasional additional hours, including weekends, may be required depending on operational needs.

• Hourly rate: $38 - $42

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer‑provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please let us know.