Non-Ferrous Scrap Inspector

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Barnsley
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Non-ferrous metal grades Metal recycling Quality control Inspection Communication skills Attention to detail Health & Safety procedures Material handling

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are recruiting a Non-Ferrous Scrap Inspector to join our team at our Barnsley site. This role focuses on the inspection, grading and quality control of non-ferrous materials. This is a critical position responsible for protecting product quality, maintaining grade integrity and safeguarding site profitability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect incoming and outgoing non-ferrous materials
  • Accurately identify and confirm metal grades (e.g. copper, brass, aluminium, stainless steel)
  • Identify contamination, hazardous or non-conforming materials
  • Liaise with the weighbridge and gate trade operatives to ensure accurate documentation
  • Monitor stockpiles to maintain grade integrity
  • Support resolution of material quality queries or disputes
  • Maintain clear and accurate inspection records

Secondary – Yard Support Duties:

  • Assist with sorting and segregating non-ferrous materials
  • Support stockpile organisation and housekeeping standards
  • Work alongside material handlers and supervisors to maintain throughput
  • Undertake general operative duties within the non-ferrous area as required

Quality & Commercial Responsibility

  • Protect the business from financial loss through incorrect grading
  • Ensure outgoing materials meet customer specifications
  • Escalate quality concerns to site management promptly
  • Support continuous improvement in material control processes

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Wear appropriate PPE at all times
  • Maintain vigilance around plant and vehicle movements
  • Follow all Health & Safety procedures and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Support compliance with site environmental and operational standards
  • Report hazards, near misses or unsafe behaviours

Skills & Experience

  • Strong knowledge of non-ferrous metal grades
  • Experience within metal recycling or a similar industrial environment
  • High attention to detail
  • Confidence in challenging non-compliant materials
  • Strong communication skills

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
  • Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
  • Full PPE provided
  • Opportunity to join a newly established and growing site
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
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