Shredder Operations Lead: Throughput, Safety & Reliability

Alter Trading; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Trading seeks a Shredder Supervisor to lead safe, reliable shredder operations under the Facility Manager. You will oversee production, downstream processing, equipment reliability, quality, and team performance while driving continuous improvement in throughput, uptime, cost control, and compliance.

You will monitor metrics, coordinate maintenance and parts, plan daily schedules, coach staff, and collaborate across facilities to share best practices and sustain safety and efficiency in a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in metals recycling or similar production environment.
• Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and large-motor systems knowledge.
• Travel up to 10% and outdoor work in heavy industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead shredder operations and oversee throughput, uptime, quality, and cost.
• Monitor metrics like tons per hour, downtime, and yield; drive improvements.
• Coordinate spare parts purchasing and maintain inventory for reliability.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Metals recycling

Shredders/hammermill

Data analysis

Safety leadership

Maintenance knowledge

Strong communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Alter Trading seeks a Shredder Supervisor to lead safe, reliable shredder operations under the Facility Manager. You will oversee production, downstream processing, equipment reliability, quality, and team performance while driving continuous improvement in throughput, uptime, cost control, and compliance.

You will monitor metrics, coordinate maintenance and parts, plan daily schedules, coach staff, and collaborate across facilities to share best practices and sustain safety and efficiency in a