Yard Supervisor

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in 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 at any time in our long history.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for overseeing the processing of scrap as efficiently as possible while promoting an accident-free and environmentally compliant workplace.   The Yard Supervisor is also responsible for oversight of the yard personnel and day to day operations including maintenance on equipment, 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.
• Order 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.

Sills and Experience:

• Must have 3 – 5 years applicable industry experience or related industry.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience.
• Must be willing to work in shop area and outdoor environment in all types of weather.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to find suitable solutions for productivity, environmental, safety-related, and employment issues.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repairs on heavy equipment and machinery desired.
• Commercial license (Class A) a plus.
• Must have some knowledge of computers.
• Working knowledge of tools and equipment used in a scrap yard including but not limited to: torches, cranes, loaders, forklifts, bobcats, shears, balers, and other production-related equipment.

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.

Sims 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 does not discriminate with regard to 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 achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.