Plant Manager

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

As the Plant Manager you will be responsible for overseeing all operations with within the facility, ensuring safety, efficiency and compliance. 

What you're responsible for: 

• Overseeing production quotas and schedules, ensuring inventory and shipments targets are met.
• Collaborating with purchasing department to verify, review, maintain and report on materials and production inventories.
• Facilitating and authorizing repairs or maintenance for production tools and equipment.
• Serving as a role model, support, and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental policies and practices.
• Ensuring that employees comply with applicable safety regulations.
• Preparing work schedules to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintaining equipment and creating and improving processes.
• Ensuring that products are identified, weighed, and warehoused correctly.
• Operating and training employees on operation of computer scale systems, forklifts, balers, and other processing equipment.
• Conducting monthly inventory alongside different departments.
• Coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees with the assistance of human resources.
• Performing other duties as required, including, but not limited to operating heavy equipment used in recycling

To Join our Team: 

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred. 
• You have 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or recycling operations, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• You have experience in metal processing, scrap handling, or materials recovery is highly preferred.
• You have proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage conflict, and drive performance.
• You have strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.

What we offer!

• A competitive annual salary, vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program (90,000-145,000)
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!