Position Description: Non-Ferrous Supervisor
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Salaried-Exempt
Department: Operations
Reports to: Yard Manager
Salary: $120,000-$130,000 (additional relocation allowance offered)
Schedule:40 hours/week (On-Site)
Location: Richmond - Mitchell Island
Job Summary:The Non-Ferrous Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the non-ferrous processing area, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant handling of materials. This role leads a team of unionized and non-unionized operators and sorters, manages production flow, ensures quality of sorted metals, and supports continuous improvement within the facility.
Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Production
- Supervise non-ferrous processing activities including receiving, sorting, grading, and shipping materials. Ensure production targets are met and monitor material flow.
- Oversee proper identification and segregation of non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, and stainless steel.
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce all safety policies and procedures. Conduct daily safety meetings. Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and company standards.
- Identify hazards and promote a strong safety culture.
Team Leadership
- Supervise, train, and develop employees. Assign daily tasks and monitor performance.
- Support employee engagement and address performance concerns.
Quality Control
- Ensure accurate grading and sorting of materials.
- Minimize contamination and maximize material value.
- Perform inspections and maintain quality standards.
Equipment & Yard Management
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment including forklifts, cranes, and balers.
- Maintain a clean and organized yard and coordinate maintenance repairs.
Reporting & Administration
- Track production metrics and maintain inventory records.
- Monitor labour productivity and assist in budgeting efforts.
Qualifications:- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience required.
- 1+ years of supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of non-ferrous metals and equipment operations required.
Core Competencies - Leadership, communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, organization, and commitment to safety.
Required Skills & Qualifications- Willingness to work in outdoor environments (heat, cold, dirt, noise).
- Strong awareness of safety practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Work Environment- Outdoor industrial environment with exposure to weather, heavy machinery, and noise.
- Requires standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive physical activity throughout the shift.
- Competitive compensation.
- Collaborative, team-focused workplace culture.
- Employer-matched RRSP Plan
- Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits.
- Contribute directly to sustainability and innovation initiatives.
The listed compensation range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant training or education, business and organizational needs. Actual offers will be based on a combination of these factors, taking into account internal equity.
