Operations Leader – Scale House & Metal Processing

Ferrous Processing and Trading Company; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with variable comp

Health insurance

A retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading, a business of Cleveland-Cliffs Steel, is seeking a Supervisor at our Pontiac, MI operation to oversee the daily scale house and metal processing activities.

You will ensure accurate material transactions, safe operations, regulatory compliance, and effective supervision of scale house and metal shop staff, helping maintain productivity and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years of experience in scrap recycling, metal processing, manufacturing, logistics, or a related industrial environment.
• One (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of scale house operations, scrap metal grading, and yard operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems, scale software, and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work in an outdoor industrial environment and perform occasional physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily scale house and metal shop operations.
• Lead, train, schedule, and support employees while maintaining accountability and performance standards.
• Ensure accurate weighing, documentation, and processing of inbound and outbound materials.
• Coordinate activities between scale operators, yard personnel, equipment operators, and customers.
• Monitor scrap receiving, sorting, grading, and shipment activities to maximize efficiency.
• Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Resolve operational and customer service issues related to material transactions and processing.
• Maintain accurate records, inventory controls, and operational reports.
• Conduct workplace inspections and support equipment maintenance efforts.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Assist management with process improvements and achieving operational goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Scale software

Computer systems

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scale software

Microsoft Office

Computer systems

Job description

Ferrous Processing and Trading, a business of Cleveland-Cliffs Steel, is seeking a Supervisor at our Pontiac, MI operation to oversee the daily scale house and metal processing activities.

You will ensure accurate material transactions, safe operations, regulatory compliance, and effective supervision of scale house and metal shop staff, helping maintain productivity and strong customer service.