Job Overview
Job description
- Salary:
- CAD 26.50 - 44 per hour
- Location:
- Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
We are currently seeking a dedicated Inspector to join our Ferrous team. The shift times are Monday-Friday, on a rotating bi-weekly shift basis of 6:30am-3pm and 12:30pm-9pm .This position requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of ferrous/non ferrous metals, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
What you're responsible for
Inspecting incoming and outgoing materials to identify grades, quality issues, contaminants, and non-conforming or hazardous materials.
Ensuring materials meet company and customer quality specifications.
Coordinating the movement, sorting, and proper handling of materials within the yard.
Completing daily quality and site checks, including pile quality, truck inspections, and overnight loads.
Communicating quality concerns, downgrades, deductions, and required actions to Operations, Supervisors, and Commercial teams.
Directing inbound trucks to the appropriate yard locations safely and efficiently.
Supporting the training of Inspection Team members and external teams on quality, procedures, and safety.
Requirements
To join our team
- You have previous experience in a similar role within the metal recycling industry, specifically in materials inspection, is highly desirable
- You have knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, their properties, and common contaminants or impurities
- You have familiarity with relevant tools and equipment used for measurement and inspection, such as scales, callipers, magnet testers, etc.
- You have the ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting and moving heavy objects
- You have proficient in using computer systems and software for data entry and record keeping
- You are comfortable working in a heavy industrial environment and being exposed to various weather conditions
Benefits
- Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
- Full time permanent position, 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!
About the Company
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.
- Role:
- Quality Inspection Coordinator
- Industry Type:
- Mining And Metals
- Job Type:
- Full-Time
Company profile

American Iron and Metal
aim-global.comAmerican Iron and Metal (AIM) is a Canadian, family-run metal recycling company based in Montreal, Quebec, that recovers and recycles scrap metal and supplies ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including aluminum and copper. Its divisions also cover auto parts, demolition, deconstruction and construction waste recovery under a circular business model. Founded in 1936 by Peter Black, the company is led by his son Herbert Black and operates more than 135 facilities worldwide with over 4,000 employees and a private fleet of more than 2,500 railcars.
- Headquarters
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Founded
- 1936
- Founders
- Peter Black