Nonferrous Processing Supervisor

Sims Limited; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Limited is seeking an Experienced Nonferrous Supervisor to lead daily nonferrous yard and processing operations in a fast-paced environment in Philadelphia. You will supervise staff, ensure safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate workflow across processing areas and shipments.

The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel and related metals, with hands-on leadership and a commitment to zero-harm operations.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a scrap-metal, recycling, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of nonferrous metals and material identification is highly preferred.
• Experience with scrap sorting, grading, processing, inventory control, and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily nonferrous yard and processing operations.
• Lead, train, coach, and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Oversee the sorting, grading, processing, storage, and shipment of nonferrous materials.
• Ensure materials are properly identified, separated, and prepared according to company and customer specifications.
• Monitor material quality and reduce contamination, loss, and inventory discrepancies.
• Coordinate employee assignments, workflow, and production priorities.
• Conduct safety meetings and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Complete routine inventory counts and maintain accurate material records.
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Operate forklifts, skid steers, loaders, or other equipment when necessary.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, commercial, and transportation teams.
• Complete production reports, employee documentation, and other required paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist management with improving production, recovery, efficiency, and material flow.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Nonferrous metals knowledge

Quality assurance

Inventory control

Equipment operation

Team coordination

Job description

Sims Limited is seeking an Experienced Nonferrous Supervisor to lead daily nonferrous yard and processing operations in a fast-paced environment in Philadelphia. You will supervise staff, ensure safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate workflow across processing areas and shipments.

The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel and related metals, with hands-on leadership and a commitment to zero-harm operations.