Assistant Operations Manager - Industrial & Recycling

Alter Trading; South Beloit (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

HSA with company match

Company-paid disability coverage

Paid Time Off

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Alter Trading, a legacy metals recycler, seeks an Assistant Operations Manager for its South Beloit, IL site. You will support daily operations, safety, and production goals while supervising crews and coordinating training.

You will analyze data to fix quality issues, manage budgets, and ensure steel-mill standards and customer expectations. Relocation assistance is available for strong candidates.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in industrial, recycling, or heavy equipment environments.
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily facility operations and assist the Manager with compliance, safety, and production goals.
• Analyze operational data to resolve quality or production issues.
• Lead and develop training programs for operational staff.
• Oversee monthly operational budgets and help manage equipment/parts inventory.
• Serve as backup to Manager when needed.
• Ensure product standards meet steel mill requirements and customer expectations.
• Engage with commercial and peddler customers to support business growth.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Alter Trading, a legacy metals recycler, seeks an Assistant Operations Manager for its South Beloit, IL site. You will support daily operations, safety, and production goals while supervising crews and coordinating training.

You will analyze data to fix quality issues, manage budgets, and ensure steel-mill standards and customer expectations. Relocation assistance is available for strong candidates.