Nonferrous Processing Supervisor | Metals Recycling Leader

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal (Sims) in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an experienced Nonferrous Supervisor to lead daily operations of our nonferrous processing department. This hands-on role oversees supervision, quality control, inventory, safety, and efficient metal processing.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of nonferrous materials such as aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, and insulated wire, with a track record of leadership in industrial settings.

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.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead a team while remaining actively involved in daily operations.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete reports and maintain accurate records.
• Experience operating material-handling equipment is preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends based on operational needs

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

Supervisory experience

Nonferrous metals knowledge

Sorting & grading

Inventory control

Leadership & communication

Team leadership in operations

Reporting & records

Material-handling equipment

Outdoor work

Overtime availability

Job description

Sims Metal (Sims) in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an experienced Nonferrous Supervisor to lead daily operations of our nonferrous processing department. This hands-on role oversees supervision, quality control, inventory, safety, and efficient metal processing.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of nonferrous materials such as aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, and insulated wire, with a track record of leadership in industrial settings.