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Yard Manager - Metals Recycling - Base Salary to 125k/year - Miami, FL
- Our client, a high-volume metal recycler is seeking an experienced Yard Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy non-ferrous scrap yard. The ideal candidate will be bilingual (Spanish/English), have hands-on experience grading and purchasing non-ferrous metals, and possess strong operational leadership skills.
- The Yard Manager will manage yard personnel, maintain efficient material flow, operate heavy equipment when needed, and ensure accurate inventory controls.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all daily operations of the non-ferrous scrap yard, including purchasing, processing, shipping, and inventory management.
- Grade and purchase non-ferrous metals such as copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and insulated wire.
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and commercial accounts.
- Supervise yard staff and ensure safe and efficient workflow.
- Operate and oversee the use of heavy equipment including balers, forklifts, bobcats, and other material handling equipment.
- Implement and maintain inventory control systems to track incoming and outgoing materials.
- Monitor pricing trends and ensure competitive purchasing practices.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
- Coordinate shipments with logistics teams and downstream consumers.
- Train and mentor employees on proper grading, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
Qualifications:
- Bilingual: Fluent in both Spanish and English (required).
- 3 years of experience in a non-ferrous scrap recycling environment.
- Strong knowledge of non-ferrous metal grading and purchasing practices.
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as balers, forklifts, and bobcats.
- Proven experience managing scrap yard inventory controls and material tracking.
- Leadership experience supervising yard personnel or operations teams.
Compensation:
- Compensation for this role is comprised of a base salary up to 125k/year, plus discretionary bonus. Our client also offers competitive health benefits and a 401k plan.
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