Locations
(360) 736-5121
Centralia
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM-4:30PM
206 E Floral Street, Centralia, WA 98513
Features
Our Centralia location services the greater southwestern region of the state. Kiddie-corner to the area’s main transfer station allows for ease for regional disposal facilities. The redesigned site boats cutting-edge equipment and operations to engage alternative lines of recycling.
(360) 456-4974
Lacey
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM-5:00PM & Sat 8:00AM-3:00PM
109 Carpenter Rd. NE, Lacey, WA 98516
Features
The flagship recycling operation where it all began. This South Sound location specializes in automotive dismantling and processing;
(253) 533-6253
Tacoma
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM-5:00PM & Sat 8:00AM-3:00PM
5312 Burlington Way, Tacoma, WA 98409
Features
The newly opened flagship headquarters for our operations. This serves customers in the Pierce and King Counties. Moreover, its proximity to the state’s port allows for direct transport of product to our overseas customers. Operations are to begin in 2020.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before closing to ensure we can process your materials and close on time for our staff.
Sutter Metals is a locally owned and operated business which provides specialized recycling services throughout Washington state and its neighboring regions. Our operations collect and process both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
About
SPECIALIZED
The Sutter Metals company opened its doors in 2009 as Lacey Auto Recycling and was solely a vendor of used auto parts. Since then,the Sutter Metals family has grown from the ground up through local support and thus has evolved its services to respond to the local demand for salvaging various used metal material.
Chad Sutter is the owner and operator of the Sutter Metals company. His roots are grounded in Olympia soil as he was born and raised within the historical city. His passion for local service survives the commercial legacy of his father Ed Doench who was the long-time owner of Nisqually Auto Wrecking which sold used auto parts. Through his personal commitment to community service, Chad envisions a company that will continue to grow with the local community and provide a tailored service of satisfaction which supports a sustainable and profitable approach to recycling.
Staff
A locally-bred prodigy of the Olympia community, Chad is the CEO of Sutter Metals. His business endeavors reach far above the heights of his recycling business. He is an active member of local and national business advisory groups and maintains enduring relationships with state and national-level industry leaders. Chad is also the vice-chair of the City of Tacoma Environmental Commission and a member of Thurston County SWAC.
Chad
Janice serves the company in various capacities beginning at its first planning days and to its expansive growth . Her resume is equally versed but her business talents are finely tuned. She primarily serves in capacities which employ her writing skills, strategic-planning and company development. Janice serves as a contributor to the Strategic Planning team as an officer to Governmental Affairs and as the company’s Environmental Liaison. Janice also sits on the on the board of Mary Bridge Children's.Â
Janice
Chris joined the team in its pioneering days as a used-parts depot. His years of experience in auto part inventory and yard management has afforded the company an unrivaled understanding of vehicles and machinery and equipment operations. Chris serves as the company Operations Manager.
Chris
Tina is the General Manager at Sutter Metals, where she has been a pivotal member of the team for the past years. Her tenure with the Sutter team spans various crucial roles, underscoring her versatility and deep understanding of the business.
Tina
Diana is a dedicated Commercial Buyer for Sutter Metals, a role she has embraced for the past four years. With over 25 years of experience in marketing and sales, Diana brings a wealth of expertise and a strategic edge to her position.
Diana
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At Sutter Metals, our actions today shape the future for ourselves and our communities.
We are committed to turning challenges into opportunities. Every month, we recycle thousands of tons of scrap metal. As we aim to reduce our environmental footprint, we continue to expand as a one-stop recycling center for metal, electronics, cardboard, and plastics—driven by innovation and made possible by people.
Sutter Metals is a family-owned business that values both professional growth and long-term business development. As a company built by families, we know that our greatest asset is our team. That’s why we offer unmatched compensation and benefits—including comprehensive medical coverage and a retirement plan—to support every employee.
Community
As a locally owned and operated business, Sutter Metals embraces its social responsibility to its community. Our participation in local fundraisers and charities is an essential pillar to our company’s mission to a sustainable and growing local community. To date, our company employees have literally shared their hands-on talent and time to local food banks, school fundraisers and co-sponsorship of the local Boys and Girls Club, South Sound YMCA and St. Michael Parish.
We actively seek new opportunities to share our personal time and talents for the betterment of our local community within the Puget Sound Region.
