Operations Supervisor

Established in 1978 United Scrap Metal (USM) has grown from $200 and a rental truck into one of the largest full-service recyclers in the country. Today the USM team continues to pioneer innovative solutions-driven recycling programs through ethical and sustainable practices which have earned them both acclaim and recognition amongst industry partners. With 700 team members across 11 locations nationally the companys commitment to excellence is reflected in its award-winning history as well as an outstanding client retention rate across thousands of customers throughout North America. Equally as important is the expansion of the teams focus on philanthropy sustainability diversity and carrying out our corporate mission: Makinga positive impact on the lives of others. USM is proud to make a difference for its customers partners team members communities and the planet as it continues to drive its expansion forward for the next forty years and beyond.

USM is looking for purpose-driven individuals who seek to utilize their unique traits and attributes to make a positive impact on the company and further our mission. Team members at United are driven to achieve results and are tenacious in the face of challenges. They are humble and intellectually curious seeking the ability to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty to solve complex problems while maintaining the motivation to develop both personally and professionally. Lastly collaboration is vital to our business and line of work; therefore our team members must be able to communicate and build relationships with multiple cross functional departments across the organization.

Position Overview

The Operations Supervisor supports the Operations Manager overseeing and directing the various Operations Team Members who are responsible for sorting and separating raw materials. This individuals main priority will be to initiate process improvement and leadership of his or her area of assigned responsibility. Reports directly to the Operations Manager and oversees his or her specific department of team members.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Operates the facility in full compliance with USMs Safety Program EPA Regulations & OSHA Standards; coordinates any other facets of the program with outside safety consultants while helping to facilitate ongoing training with an in-house safety liaison
• Supports all Wire Processing and De-Ox related activity
• Develops the strategic thought process and intuition of the key team members who lead each department; this will encompass developing a thorough operator training program in the future
• Implements policy in reference to attendance punctuality and equipment damage and disciplines when necessary if expectations are not met
• Understands our feedstock by given customer segments: Manufacturing Demo & Contractors Facility Scrap Recyclers Recycling Center Obsolete / Repair Service Centers and Utilities
• Coordinates cost effective preventative maintenance and overall upkeep of operations; upholds pre-inspection system standards and other proactive measures
• Responds to Sales Team inquiries regarding the scope of our services and overall capabilities
• Possesses the vision to profitably expand volumes and help grow the business into the future
• Establishes low turnover due to a superior workforce
• Supports development of risk mitigation initiatives
• Coordinates efficient day to day operations scheduling and staffing logistics of his or her area of responsibility
• Identifies challenges increases efficiencies and oversees the entire operation
• Creates and manages performance management and improvement tracking systems
• Performs new team member orientation training & development logistics and recordkeeping
• Assists with team member relations
• Participates in cross functional committee facilitation
• Supports companywide communication and strategic initiatives (ISO 14001 / RIOS)
• Ensures team member safety welfare wellness health reporting and services
• Must demonstrate competency in all aspects of the job and company objectives
• Demonstrates understanding of company policies rules and trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Medical Dental Vision STD LTD Accident Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity and Life Insurance benefits
• 401(K) Match
• Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Volunteer Day

Minimum Safety Training Requirements

• Basic on-the-job training that satisfies the Primary Objectives of the specific position (as noted above)
• US-SOP-01 United in Safety Manual
• US-F11 QEH&S Policy
• US-SOP-03 Team Member Handbook

We strive todemonstrateour Core Values in all positions at USM:

Trust Commitment Loyalty Passion Respect Service Performance

USM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability marital status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. USM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. USM is a Zero Impairment Workplace. USM provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify your Talent Acquisition contact or another member of our People Experience Team. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.