Non Ferrous Scale Buyer

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

The Non Ferrous Scale Buyer is responsible for identifying and grading of various types of scrap metal, weighing/purchasing/handling/sorting of inbound and outbound loads, processing of scrap metal with various tools to upgrade value of materials, as well as other various work around the yard.

Prior knowledge of different scrap grades and mill specs would be preferred, but we're willing to educate and train. Experience operating a hilo or other equipment could also come in handy.

Qualifications:

• Lift truck operation experience; must maintain active Hilo License.
• Must be able to work efficiently without direct supervision.
• Friendly and personable attitude capable of successfully interacting with customers daily.
• Must be able to take direction and execute plans effectively.
• Must build and maintain a good knowledge of scrap material grades of non-ferrous materials, upgradable availability of those materials.
• Ability to work outdoor environment year round.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Other dutiees as assigned.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

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. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination. 

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.