Lead Shredder Mechanic; Night Shift
Listed on 2026-01-25
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Overview
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.
Job responsibilities for the night shift lead Shredder Mechanic are based at our Denver facility and include production, maintenance and repairs of all shredder-related equipment. Working with the management team, you will develop a strategy for safe, efficient and effective operations and assign specific roles related to repairs to peers. CF&I Recycling is committed to maintaining 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
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
Benefits- 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.
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 e-mail or call: . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!
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