Supervisor

Sims Limited; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Limited is seeking an Experienced Nonferrous Supervisor to lead daily nonferrous yard and processing operations in a fast-paced environment in Philadelphia. You will supervise staff, ensure safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate workflow across processing areas and shipments.

The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel and related metals, with hands-on leadership and a commitment to zero-harm operations.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a scrap-metal, recycling, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of nonferrous metals and material identification is highly preferred.
• Experience with scrap sorting, grading, processing, inventory control, and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily nonferrous yard and processing operations.
• Lead, train, coach, and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Oversee the sorting, grading, processing, storage, and shipment of nonferrous materials.
• Ensure materials are properly identified, separated, and prepared according to company and customer specifications.
• Monitor material quality and reduce contamination, loss, and inventory discrepancies.
• Coordinate employee assignments, workflow, and production priorities.
• Conduct safety meetings and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Complete routine inventory counts and maintain accurate material records.
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Operate forklifts, skid steers, loaders, or other equipment when necessary.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, commercial, and transportation teams.
• Complete production reports, employee documentation, and other required paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist management with improving production, recovery, efficiency, and material flow.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Nonferrous metals knowledge

Quality assurance

Inventory control

Equipment operation

Team coordination

Job description

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Date: Sep 26, 2026

Location: Philadelphia, PA, US, 19136

Company: simsmetalm

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Salary: Starting at $85,000 annually, with the potential for a higher salary based on experience

We are seeking an experienced Nonferrous Supervisor to lead the daily operations of our nonferrous processing department. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for employee supervision, material quality, production, safety, inventory control, and the efficient processing of nonferrous metals.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of nonferrous materials, including aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, insulated wire, and other specialty metals.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily nonferrous yard and processing operations.
• Lead, train, coach, and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Oversee the sorting, grading, processing, storage, and shipment of nonferrous materials.
• Ensure materials are properly identified, separated, and prepared according to company and customer specifications.
• Monitor material quality and reduce contamination, loss, and inventory discrepancies.
• Coordinate employee assignments, workflow, and production priorities.
• Conduct safety meetings and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Complete routine inventory counts and maintain accurate material records.
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Operate forklifts, skid steers, loaders, or other equipment when necessary.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, commercial, and transportation teams.
• Complete production reports, employee documentation, and other required paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist management with improving production, recovery, efficiency, and material flow.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a scrap-metal, recycling, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of nonferrous metals and material identification is highly preferred.
• Experience with scrap sorting, grading, processing, inventory control, and quality assurance.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead a team while remaining actively involved in daily operations.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete reports and maintain accurate records.
• Experience operating material-handling equipment is preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends based on operational needs

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

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Why Choose A Career with Sims?

Sims is a hub of innovation, offering employees the chance to explore new ideas and technologies while providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

With a diverse workforce, Sims fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion where employees can thrive and establish lasting connections. Working at Sims offers the chance to engage with a global network, providing opportunities for travel, cross-cultural experiences, and the ability to contribute to a sustainable future. Sims is renowned as one of the world’s leading sustainable companies, empowering employees to make a difference in creating a world without waste to preserve the planet.

Sims prioritizes employee wellbeing, offering superior benefits packages, meaningful training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard at all levels of the organization. Sims maintains a strong focus on safety, where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, contribute, and support one another, in a collaborative team environment.