Yard Supervisor

simsmetalm • City of Rome, NY

13d

About The Position

The Yard Supervisor is responsible for directing and coordinating daily yard operations, including production activities, staff oversight, equipment maintenance, and inventory management. This role ensures operational efficiency, supports workforce development, and upholds safety and quality standards in alignment with company goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with scrap metal products and basic knowledge of the recycling industry preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively.
• Experience managing a diverse team in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment.
• Solid mechanical aptitude with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow procedures and written instructions with accuracy.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, inventory systems, etc.).
• Must speak and understand English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with scrap metal products and basic knowledge of the recycling industry preferred.
• Must speak and understand English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and reinforce company core values with all yard staff.
• Train, coach, and mentor employees to support their growth and prepare them for advancement opportunities.
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production and operational goals.
• Collaborate with management and yard personnel to address and resolve complaints, conflicts, or grievances.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures to ensure proper execution of duties.
• Oversee the maintenance of all yard equipment, facilities, buildings, and grounds; coordinate with external vendors for service needs as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular physical inventory audits.
• Partner with the commercial team to develop strategic material-buying programs aligned with yard capacity and production goals.
• Design and maintain an efficient layout plan for all materials assigned to NF processing.
• Clearly communicate day-to-day responsibilities and expectations to yard staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company.
• Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment.
• We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees