Supervisor

aksteel; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading, a business of Cleveland-Cliffs, seeks a Supervisor in Pontiac, MI to oversee scale house and metal processing operations. You will supervise, train, and schedule staff, ensuring accurate weighing, documentation, and smooth material flow in inbound and outbound activities.

Deliverables include maintaining records, coordinating with yard and operators, and enforcing safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years in scrap recycling, metal processing, manufacturing, logistics or related industrial environment.
• 1+ year of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Proficiency with scale house operations, scrap metal grading and yard operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily scale house and metal shop operations.
• Lead, train, schedule and support employees while maintaining accountability and performance standards.
• Ensure accurate weighing, documentation and processing of inbound and outbound materials.
• Coordinate activities between scale operators, yard personnel, equipment operators and customers.
• Monitor scrap receiving, sorting, grading and shipment activities to maximize efficiency.
• Enforce safety policies and OSHA/regulatory compliance.
• Resolve operational and customer service issues related to material transactions and processing.
• Maintain records, inventory controls and operational reports.
• Conduct workplace inspections and support equipment maintenance.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Assist management with process improvements and achieving goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Computer proficiency

Scale software

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scale software

Job description

Location: Pontiac, MI

Ferrous Processing and Trading, a business of Cleveland-Cliffs Steel, has an immediate opportunity for a Supervisor at our Pontiac, MI operation. The Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the scale house and metal processing areas within the yard. This role ensures accurate material transactions, safe and efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and effective supervision of scale house and metal shop employees. The Supervisor serves as a key leader in maintaining productivity, customer service, and operational excellence.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Supervise daily scale house and metal shop operations.
• Lead, train, schedule, and support employees while maintaining accountability and performance standards.
• Ensure accurate weighing, documentation, and processing of inbound and outbound materials.
• Coordinate activities between scale operators, yard personnel, equipment operators, and customers.
• Monitor scrap receiving, sorting, grading, and shipment activities to maximize efficiency.
• Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Resolve operational and customer service issues related to material transactions and processing.
• Maintain accurate records, inventory controls, and operational reports.
• Conduct workplace inspections and support equipment maintenance efforts.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Assist management with process improvements and achieving operational goals.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years of experience in scrap recycling, metal processing, manufacturing, logistics, or a related industrial environment.
• One (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of scale house operations, scrap metal grading, and yard operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems, scale software, and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work in an outdoor industrial environment and perform occasional physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package, including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, a retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.