American Iron and Metal

metal recycling

OperationsManager

$95–145k ~AI est. Phoenix, Arizona, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for entry candidates.

The Brief

“Operations Manager at American Iron and Metal. Skills: Operations management, Team leadership, Safety culture. Oversee daily yard operations. Oversee daily production operations”

Industry & Context.

metal recycling
Eligibility Requirements

Operating heavy equipment, Overseeing heavy equipment

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5–10 years operations management, Operations management in manufacturing, Operations management in industrial, Operations management in recycling, Proven experience leading teams, Safety leadership, Organized, Manage multiple priorities, Comfortable working on-site, Occasionally operating heavy equipment, Occasionally overseeing heavy equipment

Nice to Have

Bilingual in English and Spanish

What You'll Do.

Oversee daily yard operations

Oversee daily production operations

Lead a high-performing team

Develop a high-performing team

Meet shipment targets

Manage inventory accuracy

Coordinate with purchasing

Promote a safety culture

Ensure compliance with company requirements

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Manage employee performance

Partner with maintenance teams

Ensure equipment is operating efficiently

Ensure repairs are completed promptly

Monitor product handling

Monitor product weighing

Monitor product storage

Support payroll processes

Submit payroll documentation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partnering with maintenance teams

Full Job Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence. What we offer: * Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents * Full time permanent position, vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program * The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development * A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun! As the Operations Manager, you will oversee daily yard and production operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and productivity while leading and developing a high-performing team. What you’re responsible for: * Overseeing daily production operations, ensuring quotas, schedules, and shipment targets are met * Managing inventory accuracy, including tracking, reporting, and coordinating with purchasing on materials * Leading and promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all company and regulatory requirements * Supervising, coaching, and developing employees, including scheduling, performance management, and training * Partnering with maintenance teams to ensure equipment is operating efficiently and repairs are completed promptly * Monitoring product handling, weig

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