Scrap Metal Yard Manager — Leadership & Budgets (Relocation)

Alter Trading Corp; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Disability Insurance

HSA with company match

401k with company match

Paid Time Off in the First Year

Relocation provided

Job summary

Alter Trading Company is seeking a General Manager for yard operations in Denver, CO. The role oversees planning, staffing, training, and safe, efficient facility operation under the Regional Operations Manager.

You will supervise ferrous and non-ferrous departments, hire and coach staff, price scrap, and ensure ISO/OSHA compliance while driving budget targets and ROI. Travel to other facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Recycled Metals industry is strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of industry experience including supervisory roles.
• Strong communication style to build trust across the company and with external partners.
• Willingness to travel occasionally; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers regularly to maintain excellent relationships with commercial and peddler customers.
• Oversee ferrous and non-ferrous departments and supervise staff including hiring and coaching.
• Grade and price scrap and may issue payments to customers as needed.
• Maintain safety and environmental objectives; ensure ISO and OSHA compliance.
• Supervise building and equipment maintenance and replacement; manage budgets and reports.

Skills

Metal recycling industry experience

Supervisory experience

Excellent communication

Travel willingness with valid driver's

Leadership and team direction

Education

Associate degree in business/related field

Bachelor’s degree in business/accounting/management

Job description

Alter Trading Company is seeking a General Manager for yard operations in Denver, CO. The role oversees planning, staffing, training, and safe, efficient facility operation under the Regional Operations Manager.

You will supervise ferrous and non-ferrous departments, hire and coach staff, price scrap, and ensure ISO/OSHA compliance while driving budget targets and ROI. Travel to other facilities may be required.