Metal Shop Manager Wisconsin Rapids, WI $19/hr | Full-Time, Permanent Position, Day Shift Do you have strong technical skills, leadership experience, and a passion for sustainability? We're seeking a Metal Shop Manager to oversee daily operations, maintain strong customer relationships, and lead a safe, efficient, and high-performing shop environment. What You'll Do • Customer Service & Relationships Serve as the main contact for businesses managing their recycling needs, delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. • Operational Excellence Identify, process, and manage metals, ensuring accurate pricing and integrity in all transactions. Oversee material handling, conditioning, and storage for resale. Maintain accurate records of weights, billing, and invoicing. • Technology & Data Use Google Drive, Sheets, Docs, and Visual Scrap software to manage inventory, invoicing, and performance metrics. • Equipment & Facility Management Operate balers, pallet jacks, and forklifts. Oversee equipment maintenance and keep the shop safe, clean, and organized. • Leadership & Training Train, mentor, and onboard employees in shop processes, equipment operation, and safety procedures. • Compliance & Safety Ensure safety protocols are followed and foster a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For • Knowledge of hand tools and industrial equipment operation • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced recycling environment • Current driver's license Why Join Us This is a hands-on role with the opportunity to grow leadership skills while making a real impact in recycling and sustainability. You'll be part of a company that values service excellence, teamwork, and process optimization.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Plover, WI, typically starts with a comprehensive apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under experienced professionals. According to the latest data, there are approximately 354 sheet metal workers in Plover, WI, with an average weekly wage of $640.33. The job market for sheet metal workers is expected to remain relatively stable, with a slight contraction of 0.2% projected from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Sheet Metal Workers Local 83 help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $44,200 annually for experienced professionals.
