Plant Operations Leader: Safety, Budgeting & Growth

CMC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

401(k) match

Bonuses

Life & disability insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

Training & advancement

Lifestyle benefit $500

Job summary

CMC is seeking a capable operations leader to manage site-wide activities across accounting, shipping, receiving, safety, and production. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while guiding a diverse team toward common goals.

Responsibilities include budgeting, asset planning, and cross-department collaboration to meet strategic targets. The role requires strong communication and regulatory compliance, with a focus on sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Must maintain safety and environmental concerns.
• Experience in operations, marketing, or sales in metal recycling is a strong plus.
• Must control budgeted labor and overtime costs; maintain fiscal responsibility.
• Familiar with CMC accounting policies, RONA, Working Capital and Profit.
• Extensive knowledge of all areas of operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead toward achieving company goals with emphasis on safety, quality and standards.
• Direct all Area activities including accounting, shipping, receiving, operations, safety.
• Champion adherence to Guiding Principles, Code of Conduct, Culture and policies.
• Establish financial and non-financial goals with clear work plans and accountability.
• Plan budgets, assets, labor forecasts and capital expenditures for short- and long-term production.
• Collaborate with departments to achieve company goals.
• Develop and lead a Safety Culture aligned with CMC standards.
• Control inventory dollars and tons to meet turnover targets.
• Guide staff on hiring, discipline, development and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and minimize legal risk.

Skills

Safety leadership

Budgeting

Staff management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Interdepartmental collaboration

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred

Tools

Material handling equipment

Job description

CMC is seeking a capable operations leader to manage site-wide activities across accounting, shipping, receiving, safety, and production. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while guiding a diverse team toward common goals.

Responsibilities include budgeting, asset planning, and cross-department collaboration to meet strategic targets. The role requires strong communication and regulatory compliance, with a focus on sustainable growth.