Operations Manager

Alter Trading Corp•Clarksdale, MS

14d

About The Position

Alter Trading Company is looking for a Leader with experience in metal recycling who has the ability to inspire and motivate their team. This is a hands-on position that will require equipment operation. ABOUT US: Alter Trading is looking to add to its Clarksdale, MS team. 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 the facility.

Requirements

5 years industry experience including supervisory experience.
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.
Ability to travel occasionally to other facilities or customers as needed. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Recycled Metals (Scrap Metal) Industry, Strongly Preferred
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, management or other related area, preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees ferrous, and non-ferrous departments
Supervises employees including hiring, coaching, discipline, and terminations as necessary
Interacts with customers on a regular basis including processing transactions.
Ability to grade and price scrap; may issue payment to customers as needed
Maintains excellent relationships with both commercial and peddler customers
Maintains company safety and environmental objectives and standards; maintains ISO and OSHA compliance requirements
Supervises building and equipment maintenance and replacement needs
Manages cost and expenditures; takes action to meet or exceed budgeted targets for yard volume, net profit and ROI
Prepares and monitors annual budgets and monthly operating reports
Operates yard equipment, performs light equipment maintenance etc.
Performs other responsibilities as assigned or directed.