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Scrap Yard Operations Manager - Non-Ferrous Metals Recycling - Base Salary to 125k/year - Detroit, MI 

• Our client, a high-volume metals recycling operation, is seeking a Scrap Yard Operations Manager to lead daily operations within a high-volume non-ferrous processing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep expertise in non-ferrous metal grading, purchasing, and yard operations management.
• This position is ideal for a candidate who has worked extensively in a non-ferrous scrap yard, understands material value and market pricing, and can lead teams while actively participating in operations.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of a non-ferrous scrap yard, including purchasing, grading, processing, shipping, and inventory control
• Accurately grade and purchase non-ferrous materials such as copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and insulated wire
• Lead, train, and develop yard personnel in a hands-on, production-driven environment
• Maintain efficient material flow across inbound, processing, and outbound functions
• Operate and oversee equipment including forklifts, balers, skid steers (bobcats), and other yard machinery
• Ensure inventory accuracy and proper tracking of inbound/outbound materials
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, peddlers, and commercial/industrial accounts
• Monitor market pricing trends to support effective and competitive purchasing decisions
• Enforce safety and environmental standards in a high-traffic industrial setting
• Coordinate outbound shipments with logistics providers and downstream consumers
• Train staff on grading standards, equipment operation, and yard best practices

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a non-ferrous scrap recycling environment (scrap yard setting required)
• Strong, hands-on experience with non-ferrous metal grading and purchasing (copper, aluminum, brass, stainless, insulated wire) required
• Proven ability to operate heavy equipment (forklifts, balers, skid steers/bobcats) in an industrial setting
• Leadership experience supervising employees in a high-volume yard or production environment

Compensation:

• Base salary to 125k/year
• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Health benefits and 401k plan

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