Operations Management Trainee Alter Trading Corp - 3.1 Madison, WI Job Details 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Recyclable materials handling Logistics management Sales Inventory management Team leadership 5 years Bachelor's degree in business Associate's degree in industrial technology Schedule management Math Bachelor's degree in engineering Transportation management Production planning Leading team collaboration initiatives Associate's degree in engineering Industrial equipment Business operations Machine maintenance Business Associate's degree Production scheduling Leadership Supply Chain Management Communication skills Entry level Facilities equipment maintenance Full Job Description Ready to Lead in Metal Recycling? Alter Trading's hands-on Management Trainee Program is your fast track to running a department, a facility or in a sales function at one of the nation's leading scrap metal recyclers. Over the course of 8-12 months, you'll rotate not only through operations, logistics, sales, safety, and leadership functions, but also across multiple facilities - gaining the broad perspective, skills, and real-world exposure needed to run a site or lead a functional team. This program is designed as a multi-location rotation across Alter's locations in multiple cities and states. The city where this posting is listed may not be the location where the training will occur. What You'll Do Learn the ins and outs of metal recycling—from the scale to the sale. Rotate through Operations, Commercial Sales, Inventory, Safety, and Equipment Maintenance. Support real production, scheduling, and transportation efforts. Shadow and learn from seasoned yard managers. Gain exposure to customer relationships, negotiations, and pricing. Learn to manage people, processes, and profits. Prepare to lead your own team or facility upon program completion. Rotate through various Alter locations to gain further exposure. What We're Looking For Associate's, Bachelor's degree (preferred majors: Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Industrial Tech) or 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong communication, leadership potential, and business math skills. Willingness to relocate and work hands-on in a heavy industrial environment. Problem-solvers who are curious, adaptable, and ready to lead. Ability to relocate required. Assistance provided. Program Perks Competitive pay and benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO). 401(k) with company match. Relocation and temporary housing assistance, if eligible. Ongoing coaching, mentoring, and advancement opportunities. About Alter Trading Founded in 1898, Alter Trading Corporation is a family-owned, fifth-generation company and one of the nation's leading scrap metal recycling firms. With more than 70 facilities across the Midwest and Southern U.S., we are committed to environmental sustainability, operational excellence, and developing leaders from within. Apply Today! Ready to lead and grow with a company that values safety, teamwork, and operational excellence? Click to start your journey with Alter Trading Corporation as a Management Trainee.