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Heavy Equipment Operator

Cleveland-Cliffs Ferrous Processing & Trade
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2026 CLOSED ON 4/16/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Cleveland-Cliffs Ferrous Processing & Trade?

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America's premier processors, buyers,sellersand recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT isawholly-ownedbusinessofCleveland-Cliffshas an immediate opportunity foranHeavyEquipmentOperatorat one of our Detroit, Milocations.TheHeavyEquipmentOperatoris responsible forthe processing of scrap metals using various tools and equipmentincludingcrawlers.

Summary ofResponsibilities:

  • Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards asidentified, andmaintaincleanliness of the site.

  • Operate&maintainheavy equipment including but not limited to wheeledcrawlerand pedestal crawlers from various manufacturers such as Caterpillar,Sennebogenand Liebherr.

  • Operate&maintainequipment movement in response to hand signals or radio commands.

  • Load and unload materialsfrom storage,productionareas, docks, delivery vehicles,staging areas,or containers usingequipment including but not limited to a magnet and grapple.

  • Sort a variety of recycled materials and metals to separate out high-grade metals andremovesany non-conforming metals.

  • Load baler and shredder using grapple or magnet.

  • Operate&maintainmobileequipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers, manlifts, street sweeper, and/or water trucks.

  • Perform tasks involving physical labor using tools, including but not limited to standard hand tools, torch, bander, sawzall, and wire snips.

  • Perform daily inspections on all equipment as required.

  • Identifyscrapincluding 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 asrequired.

  • Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping

  • Assistsmechanics in the maintenance of equipment including plant equipment

  • Interacts with customers or drivers to direct orassistthem

  • Performs other tasksandoperates& maintainsotherequipmentasrequired

MinimumQualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

  • High School Diploma/GED or may consider 1 years ofheavyequipment operator experience.

  • Mustbe able to read, write, and perform basic math.

  • Ability to work independently

  • Good communicationand interpersonal skills

  • Ability tomaintainaccuraterecords

  • Ability tofollow oral and written communication

  • Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects

  • Ability to endure physical and outdoor workon a daily basis.

  • Ability toliftupto 50lbs.

  • Workcooperatively with other employees and the public

  • Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extremeclimateand changes in weather.

  • Pre-Employmentbackground, physical,and hair drug screenrequired

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steelcompanyand 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 includingcompetitive pay, health insurance, retirement plan, educationassistance, paid time off,and more!

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail tocareers@clevelandcliffs.comor call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

 

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