Alter Trading Company is looking for a Leader with experience in metal recycling who has the ability to inspire and motivate their team. This position will support both the Negaunee and Escanaba locations.
ABOUT US:
Alter Trading is looking to hire the next manager for lead its Negaunee and Escanaba, MI facilities. Alter Trading Corporation, a 127+ year old company, with 70+ scrap metal processing facilities throughout the Midwest and Southern region. Alter is committed to our customers by being the best source of both ferrous and non-ferrous metal and by giving great customer service.
ABOUT THE JOB:
Under the direction of the Regional Operations Manager, responsible for all activities including planning, maintenance, staffing, training and operation associated with the safe and efficient functioning of each facility.
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Interacts with customers on a regular basis including processing transactions to maintain excellent relationships with both commercial and peddler customers.
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Oversees ferrous, and non-ferrous departments
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Supervises employees including hiring, coaching, discipline, and terminations as necessary
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Ability to grade and price scrap; may issue payment to customers as needed
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Maintains company safety and environmental objectives and standards; maintains ISO and OSHA compliance requirements
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Supervises building and equipment maintenance and replacement needs
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Manages cost and expenditures; takes action to meet or exceed budgeted targets for yard volume, net profit and ROI
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Prepares and monitors annual budgets and monthly operating reports
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Operates yard equipment, performs light equipment maintenance etc.
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Performs other responsibilities as assigned or directed.
ABOUT YOU:
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Experience in the Recycled Metals (Scrap Metal) Industry, Strongly Preferred
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Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, management or other related area, preferred
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5 years industry experience including supervisory experience.
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Must have excellent open communication style to carry out ongoing dialogues in a way that creates trust and confidence within all levels of the company as well as with external vendors and customers.
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Preferred Experience: Background in non-ferrous (NF) and ferrous metals, shredders, supervisory or leadership roles, inventory management, equipment operation, or operations/team lead/manager positions
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Ability to travel occasionally to other facilities or customers as needed. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license.
ABOUT BENEFITS:
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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Offered
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Company Paid Disability Insurance
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HSA w/ company match
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401k w/ company match
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Paid Time Off in the First Year
