Bilingual Operations Supervisor (Cicero)

About the Company

Established in 1978, United Scrap Metal (USM) has grown from $200 and a rental truck into one of the largest full-service recyclers in the country. Today, the USM team continues to pioneer innovative, solutions-driven recycling programs through ethical and sustainable practices, which have earned them both acclaim and recognition amongst industry partners. With 700+ team members across 11 locations nationally, the companys commitment to excellence is reflected in its award-winning history, as well as an outstanding client retention rate across thousands of customers throughout North America. Equally as important is the expansion of the teams focus on philanthropy, sustainability, diversity and carrying out our corporate mission : making a positive impact on the lives of others . USM is proud to make a difference for its customers, partners, team members, communities and the planet as it continues to drive its expansion forward for the next forty years and beyond.

About the Role

The Operations Supervisor supports the Operations Manager overseeing and directing the various Operations Team Members who are responsible for sorting and separating raw materials. This individuals main priority will be to initiate process improvement and leadership of his or her area of assigned responsibility. Reports directly to the Operations Manger and oversees his or her specific department of team members.

Responsibilities

• Operates the facility in full compliance with USMs Safety Program, EPA Regulations, & OSHA Standards; coordinates any other facets of the program with outside safety consultants while helping to facilitate ongoing training with an in-house safety liaison
• Supports all Wire Processing and De-Ox related activity
• Develops the strategic thought process and intuition of the key team members who lead each department; this will encompass developing a thorough operator training program in the future
• Implements policy in reference to attendance, punctuality, and equipment damage and disciplines, when necessary, if expectations are not met
• Understands our feedstock by given customer segments : Manufacturing, Demo & Contractors, Facility, Scrap Recyclers, Recycling Center, Obsolete / Repair Service Centers and Utilities
• Coordinates cost effective preventative maintenance, and overall upkeep of operations; upholds pre-inspection system standards and other proactive measures
• Responds to Sales Team inquiries regarding the scope of our services and overall capabilities
• Possesses the vision to profitably expand volumes and help grow the business into the future
• Establishes low turnover due to a superior workforce
• Supports development of risk mitigation initiatives
• Coordinates efficient day to day operations, scheduling and staffing logistics of his or her area of responsibility
• Identifies challenges, increases efficiencies and oversees the entire operation
• Creates and manages performance management and improvement tracking systems
• Performs new team member orientation, training & development logistics and recordkeeping
• Assists with team member relations
• Participates in cross functional committee facilitation
• Supports companywide communication and strategic initiatives (ISO 14001 / RIOS)
• Ensures team member safety, welfare, wellness, health reporting and services
• Must demonstrate competency in all aspects of the job and company objectives
• Demonstrates understanding of company policies, rules and trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Fluency in English; working knowledge / basic communication in Spanish

Required Skills

College degree or equivalent related job experience preferred

Preferred Skills

Experience in the metal industry / manufacturing / heavy industrial environment preferred

Pay range and compensation package

Possess a basic understanding of how a company operates financially

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Company desires a candidate who has shown a stable job history, dependable attendance practices and whose references can state is a trustworthy individual