General Manager

General Manager

Job Category: Manager Operations Requisition Number: GENER005334

Posted: June 24, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Elyria, OH 44035, USA

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).

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.