About this role
Position Overview
We are recruiting an experienced, hands-on Operations Manager / General Manager for an established, family-owned scrap metal recycling company in Houston, TX.
Our client is seeking a strong operational leader with extensive knowledge of non-ferrous scrap metals who can take ownership of daily yard operations, oversee employees, manage material flow, and coordinate outbound shipments, including exports.
The ideal candidate understands the scrap metal business from receiving and grading materials through processing, loading, and shipping. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced yard environment and can bring organization, accountability, and efficiency to daily operations.
Responsibilities
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Oversee daily scrap yard operations, with a strong focus on non-ferrous materials, including copper, aluminum, brass, and insulated wire.
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Manage inbound and outbound material flow, including receiving, sorting, grading, processing, and loading.
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Oversee scale operations, ensuring accurate weights, material classifications, and transaction records.
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Coordinate yard logistics, truck traffic, transportation, and outbound shipments.
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Manage approximately 10–12 export containers per month, including loading, material preparation, and documentation.
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Supervise yard employees, establish expectations, and maintain productivity and accountability.
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Identify opportunities to improve workflow, operational efficiency, and overall yard organization.
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Maintain a safe, organized, and productive working environment.
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Required Qualifications
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Strong background in non-ferrous scrap metal recycling with hands-on knowledge of material identification, grading, sorting, and processing.
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Experience overseeing daily scrap yard operations.
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Previous experience supervising yard employees and managing operational workflow.
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Understanding of scale operations, material movement, and inbound/outbound logistics.
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Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to lead by example and earn the respect of an established workforce.
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Comfortable working in a family-owned business with a hands-on management approach
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JOB ID: 183583
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Gina Leposa