Job Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer!

• A competitive compensation wage starting at $33.50 /hr
• Operating the latest model trucks that our fleet has to offer
• Overtime after 44 hours!
• Vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!

We are seeking a Quality Control Crane Operator to support our ferrous yard operations. This role is critical in maintaining material integrity and ensuring our customers receive consistent, high-quality product. The successful candidate will operate a crane to inspect, sort, and manage ferrous material piles, ensuring proper segregation and adherence to internal quality standards.

What you’re responsible for:

• Operating a crane to sort, move, and organize ferrous scrap materials within the yard
• Sorting existing material piles to ensure proper classification, consistency, and compliance
• Identify and remove contaminants or non-conforming materials
• Maintain clear separation of grades to support processing
• Collaborate with yard and operations teams to ensure material flow and inventory integrity
• Support loading activities to ensure correct materials are shipped according to requirements
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and follow safe operating procedures
• Report quality issues and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Qualifications

• You have an operator certification and/or experience operating heavy equipment
• You have a minimum of 2 year’s experience operating in a heavy industrial setting
• You have attention to detail and the ability to accurately position and handle different types of metal materials
• You are comfortable using various crane attachments, such as magnets or grapples
• You have familiarity with metal recycling processes, materials, and specifications
• You are comfortable working outdoors and in a heavy industrial environment