Raw Materials Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Raw Materials Supervisor - Steelmaking Operations

Location: Bartonville/Peoria, IL

Department: Raw Materials & Stockers

Type: Full-time | Salaried

Compensation: $56,000 - $71,000 | Job Grade 21

Bonus: 12% Discretionary Target Bonus

Schedule: Rotating shifts | Must be available for nights, weekends, and holidays as needed - overtime opportunities

Join Liberty Steel & Wire - where operational excellence drives American-made steel.

Do you lead with safety, precision, and accountability? We're hiring a Raw Materials Supervisor to oversee scrap handling, yard operations, and the critical material flow that fuels steelmaking. This role directly manages 5 salaried shift supervisors and approximately 40 union employees, ensuring alignment with safety, production, and cost performance goals.

What You'll Do

• Supervise daily operations in Raw Materials and Stockers departments
• Ensure a safe work environment and promote zero-incident culture
• Maintain accurate inventory records and scrap yard accountability
• Complete detailed daily shift reports for steelmaking scrap handling
• Coordinate manpower and scheduling to reduce downtime and maximize efficiency
• Implement productivity and cost reduction strategies
• Monitor and enforce adherence to safety policies, quality standards, and housekeeping
• Support cross-functional collaboration with Steelmaking, Maintenance, and Accounting
• Train new employees to the department.

What We're Looking For

Experience :

Associate degree & 6+ months in scrap/steelmaking supervision

OR High school diploma + 3+ years of scrap yard or steelmaking operations experience

Leadership :

Supervisory experience in a unionized, industrial environment preferred

Tech Skills :

Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to navigate basic computer systems

Communication :

Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting, instruction, and collaboration

Reasoning & Math :

Solid problem-solving skills and ability to apply basic algebra, geometry, and inventory math

Why Join Us?

At Liberty Steel & Wire, you'll help power the front end of the steelmaking process and be part of a team committed to sustainable growth.

American Made - Proudly manufacturing in Illinois

Career Growth - On-the-job training, advancement paths, and leadership development

Benefits Package Includes :

• Medical, Dental, Vision - Multiple Plans

• Company-paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

• 401(k) with company match

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Whole Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick, personal + 9 paid holidays

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Apply today to become a key leader in the steel supply chain at Liberty Steel & Wire. Your leadership drives our future.

Liberty Steel & Wire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected classification.