Hands-On Field Yard Manager - Scrap Recycling

Blue Island Recycling, LLC; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Blue Island Recycling, LLC is seeking an experienced Yard Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our scrap metal facility. The role is field-based, with hands-on leadership in the yard and direct oversight of crews and equipment.

You will set priorities, ensure safety and productivity, and coordinate with senior management on operational decisions. The position requires staying in the yard for most of the day and driving efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in scrap recycling or hands-on yard ops.
• 2+ years direct supervisory experience managing crews.
• Strong ability to set priorities and solve day-to-day yard problems.
• Working knowledge of heavy equipment and mechanical aptitude.
• Clear communication and strong safety commitment.
• Experience coordinating trucking or dispatch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily yard activities: receiving, sorting, processing, loading and truck flow.
• Direct crew assignments and supervise leads, drivers, operators, and laborers.
• Coach staff, address performance and attendance, enforce safety practices.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound schedules and outside carriers as needed.
• Monitor equipment condition, schedule inspections, coordinate maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Safety-conscious

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Skid steers

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Blue Island Recycling, LLC is seeking an experienced Yard Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our scrap metal facility. The role is field-based, with hands-on leadership in the yard and direct oversight of crews and equipment.

You will set priorities, ensure safety and productivity, and coordinate with senior management on operational decisions. The position requires staying in the yard for most of the day and driving efficiency.