General Manager

SA Recycling

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of management experience in the recycling or manufacturing industry
  • Strong understanding of ferrous and nonferrous processing
  • High school diploma or GED preferable
  • Bilingual abilities (English & Spanish) are advantageous
  • Proficiency in communication, basic math, and negotiation skills
  • Familiarity with safety regulations and compliance standards
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team

Responsibilities

  • Deliver exceptional customer service to suppliers and clients
  • Conduct site visits to assess scrap materials and pricing
  • Train staff on company protocols and best practices
  • Monitor inventory levels to meet operational needs
  • Stay updated on industry trends and market pricing
  • Facilitate daily safety meetings and ensure a culture of safety
  • Manage financial indicators, such as the P&L statement for profitability

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare including dental and vision
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
  • Commitment to a safe working environment and good hygiene practices
Full Job Description
Are you ambitious, strive for excellence, have a desire to be the best, and have a competitive nature? If so, SA Recycling has the opportunity for you. We are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset to join our team as a General Manager (GM). You will be expected to achieve positive results in all departments, including Commercial Sales, Safety, Environmental, Operations, and Transportation. Ferrous and nonferrous processing experience preferred for this position.

SA Recycling offers professional growth opportunities, a competitive compensation and bonus structure with a benefits package that includes full health care coverage including dental, vision, and disability plans; a 401k with a company match; paid vacations and holidays; and continuing education and developmental programs. Salary is based upon experience.

Responsibilities of a General Manager:

  • Provide customer service to existing and new suppliers.


  • Visit suppliers' sites to view the scrap for sale.


  • Works with staff to ensure they are properly trained and know their duties and company policies


  • Works with staff to determine inventory levels and requirements.


  • Stays current with market trends and pricing


  • Leads daily tailgates, safety meetings, and Management Commitment meetings.


  • Performs Safety Conversations with employees in the facility to ensure a safe working environment.


  • Performs monthly safety inspection


  • Leads incident and property damage investigations


  • Responsible for reporting and managing work related injuries and safety measurements


  • Monitors equipment inspection records to ensure productivity of company assets


  • Manages the P&L statement to ensure the profitability of the facility


  • Supervise staff to ensure compliance with all State and Federal labor code


  • Communicate and interact with management, local officials, public in general


  • Clean up work area at the end of shift


  • Keep work areas neat and orderly


  • Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions


  • Organizing materials to have more effective use of space


  • Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner


  • Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed


  • Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.


  • Perform all other duties as assigned.


Qualifications for a General Manager:

  • Must pass a medical physical and drug test


  • Must pass a background check and credit check


  • Preferred - high school diploma or GED


  • Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus


  • Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands


  • An understanding of the metal market well enough to negotiate pricing, delivery process, and production demands


  • Possess interpersonal skills to gain support of workforce and clientele when conducting business


Physical Requirements
Work Environment:

Office and Scrap metal yard
Equipment & Tools:

Office equipment, general tools, and training with mobile equipment
Physical Demand Level:

Light to Moderate,
Work Capacity:

Lifting & carrying 35lb loads, head turning, bending.
Sensory Demands:

Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
Hand Movements:

Repetitive motions, typing

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

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