Non-Ferrous Supervisor
Listed on 2026-10-21
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Industrial Maintenance, Production Manager, Operations Management
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 About Us
We are a leading metal recycling and manufacturing company dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. Our work contributes to a cleaner environment and a circular economy by transforming metal waste into valuable resources. With a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we are looking for individuals who take pride in their work and want to make an impact.
Job SummaryThe 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 Responsibilities Operations & 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.
- Enforce all safety policies and procedures. Conduct daily safety meetings. Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and company standards.
- Identifyhazards and promote a strong safety culture.
- Supervise, train, and develop employees. Assign daily tasks andmonitorperformance.
- Support employee engagement and address performance concerns.
- Ensureaccurategrading and sorting of materials.
- Minimize contamination and maximize material value.
- Perform inspections andmaintainquality standards.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment including forklifts, cranes, and balers.
- Maintain a clean and organized yard and coordinate maintenance repairs.
- Track production metrics andmaintaininventory records.
- Monitor labour productivity andassistin budgeting efforts.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience required.
- 1+yearsof supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of non-ferrous metals and equipment operations required.
- Leadership, communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, organization, and commitment to safety.
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.
- 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.
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