Ferrous Yard Operations Lead

Alter Trading; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Trading in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Ferrous Supervisor to lead the ferrous department on a day shift. You will manage inbound/outbound material, inventory, and quality control while coordinating with the Ferrous Manager to schedule daily production and track performance.

The role requires hands-on operation of equipment (material handler, grapple, front-end loader, skid-steer, dump truck) and a practical approach to safety, maintenance, and cost control. Travel is limited.

Qualifications

• Similar work experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Travel less than 10%.

Responsibilities

• Manage flow of material inbound & outbound, and maintain inventory levels & quality control.
• Work alongside Ferrous Manager to schedule and track daily production to meet expectations.
• Record production data into Production Tracker and Monthly Production Logs.
• Manage facility inventory
• Ensure Materials shipped meet the exact requirements of the customer’s order and maintain traceability.
• Work with department managers of Maintenance, Safety & Environmental to manage required tasks, metrics and expectations.
• QA/QC
• Drive efficiencies to maintain and lower monthly operating costs.
• Communicate regularly with all levels of employees, vendors & customers.
• Learn and Operate Equipment as needed to assist the team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Alter Trading in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Ferrous Supervisor to lead the ferrous department on a day shift. You will manage inbound/outbound material, inventory, and quality control while coordinating with the Ferrous Manager to schedule daily production and track performance.

The role requires hands-on operation of equipment (material handler, grapple, front-end loader, skid-steer, dump truck) and a practical approach to safety, maintenance, and cost control. Travel is limited.