Foreman

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate employees during the second shift.
• Assign daily work and monitor production throughout the shift.
• Enforce company safety policies and conduct shift safety meetings.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed, including excavators, material handlers, loaders, skid steers, and forklifts.
• Oversee scrap sorting, processing, loading, unloading, and material movement.
• Ensure equipment inspections are completed, and maintenance concerns are reported promptly.
• Train, coach, and direct employees.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate production results, equipment issues, and employee concerns to management.
• Assist with troubleshooting operational problems and minimizing downtime.
• Complete shift reports and other required documentation.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or lead experience in a scrap yard, recycling facility, construction site, manufacturing plant, or similar industrial environment.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of scrap-metal processing and material identification is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical work and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when required.
• Commitment to workplace safety and following company procedures.