Combined Metal Industries

New Grad - Operations Management Trainee - Cambridge

Cambridge, ON

full_time

About This Job

Operations Management Trainee Location:

Cambridge ON

Company:

Combined Metal Industries (CMI)

Are you passionate about leadership and operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges? At Combined Metal Industries (CMI), we’re looking for driven individuals to join our Operations Management Trainee Program and develop into future leaders within one of Canada’s fastest-growing scrap metal recyclers.

Who We Are

For over 28 years, CMI has been a trusted partner in metal recycling, making a difference in the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. With a mission to enrich the lives of others, our people-first approach fuels our success. At CMI, we live by our values:

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Scrap the Ego: Humility and teamwork drive us forward.

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Trust is Everything: Integrity is at the core of what we do.

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We Before Me: Collaboration is our superpower.

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Be Creative: We innovate and adapt to stay ahead.

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Growth Mindset: Focus on learning and self-actualization.

About The Program

The Operations Management Trainee Program is designed to fast-track your development into a leadership role within our operations team. Over the course of several months, you’ll gain hands-on experience in all aspects of operations, including:

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Safety and Compliance: Ensuring a safe work environment while meeting regulatory standards.

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Production Processes: Learning the ins and outs of our recycling and manufacturing operations, including hand on experience in all facets of our operations.

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People Leadership: Managing and motivating diverse teams to achieve excellence.

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Continuous Improvement: Driving efficiency and innovation across departments.

What You’ll Do

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Shadow and support Operations Leaders to understand site-specific workflows and challenges.

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Take ownership of different projects including, optimizing productivity and reducing waste.

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Develop key leadership skills by managing people and teams in real-time.

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Build cross-functional knowledge by collaborating with departments like Fleet & Logistics, Maintenance, Sales, and Business Process Improvement.

What You’ll Bring

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A degree or diploma in Business Administration, Operations Management or a related field.

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A passion for leadership and the ambition to grow into a management role.

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Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.

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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

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A willingness to roll up your sleeves, work on the shop floor, and learn the business from the ground up.

Why Join CMI?

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Growth Opportunities: At CMI, we invest in our people and promote from within.

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Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team where your voice matters.

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Impactful Work: Help us drive sustainability and innovation in metal recycling.

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Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, competitive compensation, and ongoing learning opportunities.

At CMI we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace, free of bias and discrimination, where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where feasible. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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