Yard Supervisor

A division of Sims Limited, Sims AlumiSource recycling company supports the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as it has ever been in our long history.

Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing the efficient processing of scrap while promoting an accident-free, environmentally compliant workplace. The Yard Supervisor is also responsible for overseeing yard personnel and day-to-day operations, including equipment maintenance, monthly inspections, and safety.

Essential Responsibilities

• Works with site and regional staff, vendor/suppliers, and clients/customers.
• Oversees yard operations, including directing employees.
• Trains and directs department employees in proper use of equipment.
• Orders and purchases parts and equipment.
• Provides training in the areas of safety equipment operations and material identification.
• Performs weekly and monthly inspections of all equipment and machinery.
• Schedules preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Maintains site and equipment maintenance records.
• Responsible for troubleshooting hydraulic problems and directing personnel in repairing equipment.
• Responsible for enforcement of safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supervise and monitor daily sorting, equipment operation, material processing, and packaging activities to ensure compliance with company standards and production requirements.
• Review production schedules and coordinate with management to plan and execute daily shift operations.
• Assign work responsibilities based on production priorities and provide guidance on the safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Inspect machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure safe operation and compliance with production and quality standards.
• Monitor production metrics and ensure daily operational goals are achieved.
• Prepare and maintain accurate production, attendance, and timekeeping records.
• Delegate tasks, monitor employee performance, and ensure work is completed according to established schedules.
• Promote and enforce all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, workflow efficiency, and quality.
• Train, coach, and support employees to ensure safe work practices and operational excellence.
• Communicate operational issues, staffing needs, and production updates to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

• Must be willing to work in an outdoor environment in all types of weather.
• Must have 3 – 5 years of construction or industrial experience, or related industry.
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in manufacturing, recycling, industrial, or warehouse operations preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment-related issues.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to complete production reports and timekeeping records.
• Working knowledge of tools and equipment used in a construction or industrial setting including but not limited to: torches, cranes, loaders, forklifts, bobcats, shears, balers, and other production-related equipment.

SIMS LIMITED IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE VALUE THE DIVERSITY OF ALL OF OUR EMPLOYEES AND ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKING ENVIRONMENT WHERE EVERYONE CAN CONTRIBUTE, ADVANCE ON MERIT, AND REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. SIMS LIMITED IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. THE COMPANY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, SEX, RELIGION, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, DISABILITY, AGE, MARITAL OR FAMILIAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, VETERAN STATUS, HOUSING STATUS, SOURCE OF INCOME, OR ANY OTHER STATUS PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. THIS APPLIES TO ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION, INCLUDING RECRUITING, HIRING, PLACEMENT, PROMOTION, TERMINATION, LAYOFF, RECALL, TRANSFER, LEAVES OF ABSENCE, COMPENSATION, AND TRAINING. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITH A DISABILITY IN NEED OF A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION MAY REQUEST SUCH WITHOUT FEAR OF REPRISAL OR DISCRIMINATION.

To find out more, please visit www.simsltd.com for more information on Sims and its commitment to sustainability.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Can you reliably commute to 1145 Donner Ave, Monessen, PA 15062?
• Do you have previous supervisory or team leadership experience in construction or industrial environment?

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000