Inbound Material Coordinator

Company Overview

American Iron & Metal (AIM), a family-owned enterprise and a global frontrunner in metal recycling, operates over 125 locations and employs approximately 4000 people worldwide. For more than 80 years, AIM has thrived owing to the commitment of its staff and the loyal patronage of its customers. The company embodies an entrepreneurial spirit and operates multiple business segments including metal recycling, decommissioning, demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, solder assembly manufacturing, construction waste recycling, and production of specialized industrial and mining products. AIM is deeply committed to environmental stewardship and aims to foster a greener, sustainable future.

Role Summary

The Inbound Material Coordinator position at our Hamilton, Ontario site is essential in ensuring inspection teams adhere to productivity, quality control, and safety protocols effectively.

Responsibilities

• Identify various incoming material grades and detect any non-conformities, non-recyclable, or hazardous materials in received loads.
• Train inspection staff on productivity, quality assurance, and safety standards.
• Efficiently direct trucks to appropriate yard locations to maintain operational flow.
• Conduct routine inspections including pile quality assessments, truck inspections, gate cleanliness, and review overnight deliveries.
• Communicate material quality feedback and sales specifications to the production team.
• Ensure timely sorting and management of loads that require immediate attention.
• Liaise with supervisors and commercial teams regarding downgrades and associated deductions.
• Assist in developing and implementing training initiatives for external personnel related to quality and procedure adherence.
• Audit outbound sales shipments to verify compliance with quality criteria.

Qualifications

• Experience working around heavy machinery is required.
• Willingness to work both outdoors and indoors under varying weather conditions.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong communication abilities coupled with leadership and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and solid work ethics.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting hourly wage of CAD 30 with overtime compensation applicable after 44 work hours each week.
• Access to vacation time, employee benefits, and a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching program.
• Availability of the AIM Tuition Assistance Program to support education and growth.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, enjoyable, and rewarding environment with support and resources for career progression.