The Yard Operator has a variety of duties and a broad skill set that makes this position an important part of operational needs.

Requirements

Follow all established Gerdau Safety, Environmental, and Routine procedures specific to the yard.
Ensure that all incoming scrap is scanned for radiation and that all material that fails the scan is quarantined and the appropriate personnel are notified.
Operate the loader and/or the material handler to assist in loading and unloading scrap material, while following the quality standards of Gerdau and the customer.
Inspect and verify scrap for grade and quality. Identify deductions and downgrades.
Perform and document daily Routine Equipment Care (REC).
Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, safety, and/or improper operation of plant equipment or machinery; refer questionable and unusual matters to proper supervision.
Maintain work area and equipment in a clear and orderly fashion.
Provide excellent customer service.
Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau.
Participation in daily safety routine.
Assist in monthly inventory counts (where applicable).
Assist maintenance personnel in the performance of equipment repairs as required or directed.
Operate the Baler Operation.
Assist in nonferrous processing; including segregation of materials to upgrade products.
Assist co-workers in daily operational duties that are essential to the yard in terms of safety, efficiency, and profitability.
Stage and remove material for torching with a material handler (where applicable).
Problem solving input and contributions as required.

Benefits

The Yard Operator has a variety of duties and a broad skill set that makes this position an important part of operational needs.

Follow all established Gerdau Safety, Environmental, and Routine procedures specific to the yard.
Ensure that all incoming scrap is scanned for radiation and that all material that fails the scan is quarantined and the appropriate personnel are notified.
Operate the loader and/or the material handler to assist in loading and unloading scrap material, while following the quality standards of Gerdau and the customer.
Inspect and verify scrap for grade and quality. Identify deductions and downgrades.
Perform and document daily Routine Equipment Care (REC).
Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, safety, and/or improper operation of plant equipment or machinery; refer questionable and unusual matters to proper supervision.
Maintain work area and equipment in a clear and orderly fashion.
Provide excellent customer service.
Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau.
Participation in daily safety routine.
Assist in monthly inventory counts (where applicable).
Assist maintenance personnel in the performance of equipment repairs as required or directed.
Operate the Baler Operation.
Assist in nonferrous processing; including segregation of materials to upgrade products.
Assist co-workers in daily operational duties that are essential to the yard in terms of safety, efficiency, and profitability.
Stage and remove material for torching with a material handler (where applicable).
Problem solving input and contributions as required.