Operations Supervisor

SA Recycling LLC; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling LLC in Harvey, Louisiana is seeking a Supervisor to lead daily operations in Ferrous and Non-Ferrous yards. This role involves training team members, managing inventory, and ensuring a safe working environment.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, at least 10 years of experience in the scrap industry, and be bilingual in English and Spanish. The position requires commitment to safety practices and compliance with operational goals.

Qualifications

• 1+ years as a lead/supervisor in ferrous/non-ferrous operations.
• 10+ years in ferrous/non-ferrous operations.
• Proficiency in using computers/tablets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team in sorting and processing scrap materials.
• Communicate production goals and monitor progress.
• Train employees on equipment use.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory Management

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Safety Compliance

Quality Control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Skid Steers

Balers

Wire Machines

Job description

This position will primarily be responsible for directing the daily work activities of all Ferrous and Non-Ferrous yard personnel. You will provide hands on leadership and direction in yard organization, inventory handling and control, the promotion of a safe working environment, obtainment of operational goals. As supervisor, you communicates production and quality goals, ensure all team members are properly trained, and operate a variety of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of employees assigned to identify, sort, and process nonferrous scrap material.
• 1+ years previous experience identifying and grading nonferrous materials required to be considered for this role.
• Communicate daily production goals, and other operational information.
• Inspect working area and identify needed tools or equipment and address any safety or maintenance concerns with the proper individuals.
• Assist the General Manager (GM) with team scheduling to cover production goals and absences.
• Assign and train employees on all equipment used in the work area (i.e., forklifts, skid steers, balers, wire machines, etc.)
• Monitor production and take proactive actions to ensure daily and weekly production goals are met or exceeded.
• Complete all required paperwork (production reports, training documentation, maintenance requests, etc.) and review for accuracy before submitting.
• Assist with team member concerns: reporting and follow up.
• This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, and on Saturday’s as needed/required

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years previous experience as a lead or supervisor
• 10+ years previous experience in ferrous/non-ferrous operations
• Ability to use a computer/tablet.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Office and Scrap metal yard
• Equipment & Tools: Office equipment, general tools, and training with mobile equipment
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
• Work Capacity: Lifting & carrying 35lb loads, head turning, bending.
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, typing

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