Industrial Site Manager

American Iron & Metal (AIM); Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Vacation

Benefits

Tuition assistance

401k matching

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is seeking a Site Manager to supervise and control site operations under the Regional Director. The role focuses on safety, quality, and production, with responsibility for planning, allocating resources, and continuous process improvement.

You will manage daily activities, lead a team, and ensure customer-focused service. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in a similar management role in metal or manufacturing, strong leadership and planning skills, and

Qualifications

• Three to five years' experience in a similar management position, ideally in the metal or industrial manufacturing sector.
• Strong execution and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and motivational abilities.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, active listening, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Loading trucks, equipment, rail cars, and assisting material handlers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations and purchasing of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate the site team.
• Monitor performance, report results, and drive cost reductions.
• Ensure safety compliance and quality across operations.
• Develop and implement process improvements.
• Coordinate with management and customers.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching & motivation

Decision-making

Planning & organization

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

Job Description

Under the responsibility of the Regional Director, you will be responsible for supervising, directing, and controlling the operations of the site. The manager will have to respond effectively to the requirements of safety, quality, and production. He/she will oversee the planning of the overall allocation of employees, material, and economic resources and will work with management to continuously optimize and improve processes.

The Site Manager would be responsible for:

Operations

• You will be purchasing ferrous and non-ferrous materials;
• You will be handling management of site activities;

Leadership

• You will manage, coach, and motivate the team and complete the performance evaluations.
• You will ensure the procedures of daily operations with the employees, and then monitor the execution of all their activities

Performance Management and Measures

• You will monitor staff and report on their results.
• You will prioritize, analyze performance gaps, identify business opportunities, and ensure cost reductions, using available tools.
• You will prepare any reports required for management.
• You will work towards the achievement of budgetary financial results.
• You will control inventory and quality.

Client orientation

• You will promote and manage a customer-oriented team.
• You will be on the lookout for new, innovative, and create services that will improve or simplify processes.
• You will ensure local marketing and meet the specific needs of the site's customers.

Continuous improvement

• You will define, develop, and implement improvements to the processes, procedures, and policies of operations.

Other Related Tasks

• Enforce health and safety regulations. Make the necessary arrangements to ensure the physical security of the premises.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Three to five years' experience in a similar management position, ideally in the metal or industrial manufacturing sector.
• Strong execution and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and motivational abilities.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, active listening, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Loading trucks, equipment, rail cars, and assisting material handlers.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to outdoor climatic conditions.
• Exposure to hazardous materials and industrial environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and move about the industrial site for extended periods.
• Capability to lift and carry materials up to 35 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when necessary.
• Capacity to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended durations.
• Clear vision and hearing to monitor site operations and communicate with team members.
• Physical capability to respond to emergency situations and safety protocols.

Additional Information

• A competitive wage, vacation, benefits, tuition assistance program, and a 401k matching program
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment