Yard Operations Manager - Metal Recycling - Base Salary to 120k/year - Chicago, IL

Yard Operations Manager - Metal Recycling - Base Salary to 120k/year - Chicago, IL Our client, a growing metal recycling operation, is seeking a Yard Operations Manager to oversee daily yard operations, production, maintenance, safety, and personnel management. This position is responsible for maximizing operational efficiency, maintaining equipment uptime, leading production teams, and fostering a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations. Responsibilities Manage all yard safety programs and promote a zero-incident safety culture Ensure employees are trained on safety procedures and consistently follow established practices Lead daily yard operations to maximize production, throughput, efficiency, and profitability Monitor production flow and identify opportunities to eliminate operational bottlenecks Coordinate equipment maintenance, preventative maintenance, and repairs to maximize equipment uptime Supervise, coach, and develop yard personnel, operators, and laborers Provide timely performance feedback and foster a culture of accountability and teamwork Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate corrective actions Interview, hire, onboard, and train employees Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety policies Support inventory control and material flow throughout the recycling facility Qualifications 3+ years of experience in the metal recycling industry required 3+ years of leadership and operations management experience required Experience managing scrap yard operations, recycling production, or material processing operations Experience supervising production employees, equipment operators, and yard personnel Strong safety leadership with experience enforcing OSHA and environmental compliance Experience overseeing preventative maintenance programs and equipment repairs Experience with inventory control and material management Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to work in an industrial outdoor environment Compensation This role includes a base salary in the 90k - 120k/year range, plus bonus. Our client also offers Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with up to a 3% company match, four weeks of PTO, and relocation assistance, if applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gilder Search Group