Recycling Operations Manager

Full Time
Everett, MA
Posted
Job description

Are you an experienced leader in the recycling or manufacturing industry? Schnitzer Steel is hiring an Operations Manager in Everett, MA!

About Our Company

Today, Schnitzer operates 99 recycling facilities, including seven deep water ports – on both U.S. coasts and in Hawaii and Puerto Rico – which enable efficient delivery of processed scrap metals to steel mills and foundries around the world. A fundamental driver of our business is the global demand for recycled metal which has been increasing due to advances in processing technologies and significant environmental benefits. We collect scrap metal in North America, processing it for reuse and selling it to steel mills and foundries globally. From emerging to developed markets, our unique and flexible platform supports the world's economic growth.

  • Location: Everett, MA
  • Salary: 150K annually
  • Day Shift Schedule! Monday through Friday, and rotating Saturdays
  • Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with matching, Paid Time Off, Participation in Annual Bonus Program

About the Job:

The NF Recovery Manager (NFRM) reports directly to the Plant Manager and oversees the collection, processing and treatment of Auto Shredder Residue (ASR) prior to shipment to the landfills. The NFRM oversees nonferrous (NF) metal recovery and fluff stockpiling processes in compliance with state regulatory requirements. The NFRM assigns daily duties for pickers / cleaners in this department. The NFRM assists the Shredder Manager, Terminal Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Regional Environmental Manager, Regional Safety Engineer(s) and facility and regional Commercial teams with issues pertaining to optimizing physical plant operations. Maintains a safe work environment and assists the Regional Safety Engineer(s) in training employees on safety procedures.

Continuous process analysis and improvement is required to ensure maximum efficient metal recovery which is measured daily.

Essential Functions:

Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)

  • Ensures safe work practices and equipment are used at all times and that documentation, inspections, and current practices are in accordance with corporate safety policies, OSHA and other regulatory guidelines. In addition, provides a safe environment for all employees, customers and visitors.
  • Creates Health & Safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) with Regional Safety Engineer(s).
  • Ensures all department employees receive timely safety and operational training and that the appropriate documents (signed acknowledgement forms) are prepared. Maintains employee files per regional practice.
  • Monitors safety program to reduce accident frequency within department, implements new departmental safety ideas/procedures in line with overall MRB Health & Safety goals.
  • Responsible for understanding and monitoring the regulatory environment as it affects this department and the Company’s relationship with the regulatory agencies.

Operational Performance & Best Management Practices

  • Provides leadership to JP department staff on multiple shifts. Assigns work schedule for employees under his/her direct supervision in order to run efficiently, at optimal production rates, with minimal overtime.
  • Stays abreast of evolving technological innovation with regard to NF metal and plastic separation.

Equipment & Maintenance

  • Oversees the JP plant operations and ensures that all equipment is operated and maintained properly.
  • Purchases chemicals, fly ash or cement pumps and/or parts necessary to maintain proper functioning of the JP Plant.
  • Prepares the scheduling for major projects to the JP Plant including manpower, equipment, downtime and timeline

Inventory & Quality Control

  • Ensures that processing and storage of finished goods is done in compliance with internal controls already set in place.
  • Ensures that reports of any off grade/ off spec materials are discussed with supervisor prior to shipment in order to eliminate quality consumer complaints, avoid downgrades and eliminate claims.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Prepares and monitors daily production reports to continuously improve throughput, reduce costs/expenses; increase profitability and maximize metal recovery.

Administrative Management

  • Monitors and maintains exempt and hourly staff at cost effective and competitive levels.
  • Monitors supervisory practices for self and his/her direct reports to ensure compliance with HR policies and union contracts.
  • Reviews performance of direct reports.
  • Interviews prospective management and/or production employees.
  • Works with Human Resources personnel to prepare job descriptions

Supervisory Responsibility:

  • This position directly supervises a group of employees on up to 3 shifts.
  • See applicable General Manager and Joint Product Operations organization charts for all direct and indirect reporting relationships.

Interpersonal Contacts:

  • Internal contact with the Plant Manager, Shredder Manager, Terminal Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Day & Night Shift Supervisors, Warehouse Supervisor, Regional Safety Engineer(s), Regional Environmental Manager, facility and regional Commercial Teams and Regional Purchasing Manager.
  • External contacts include suppliers and equipment manufacturers.

Job Conditions:

Exposure to physical operations at metal recycling yards; it is necessary to walk/climb in active industrial yards with uneven surfaces and to out-of-the-way areas. Outdoor environment with exposure occasional exposure to inclement weather, dust and dirt associated with a scrap yard facility conditions.

Workload is cyclical and often reactive and cannot be anticipated or planned for. Work pressure can be substantial during peak times, requiring considerable adaptability; disturbances of work flow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. This can present significant time pressures when strict adherence to deadlines is critical. Often many extra hours are required, weekend, weekday and holidays. Regular overtime is required. Offsite work may involve visiting other Schnitzer locations. Occasional travel is required.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions:

Able to: sit, stand, or walk for up to 12 hours per day; bend, crouch; climb, balance, push/pull, lift or carry up to 50 pounds; hand and finger dexterity to grasp tools and equipment parts to make repairs; able to negotiate over and around uneven surfaces. Visual acuity for close inspection of documents, schematics, and equipment parts for repairs.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. 5-10 years of manufacturing work experience, with 2-5 years of managerial experience. Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of manufacturing processes required. Prior experience managing and leading a work crew is necessary. Maintenance background preferred. Previous exposure to working within a unionized environment is a plus. This is a specialized job that requires intensive in-house training. Spanish speaking helpful but not necessary. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an automobile.

Ability to quickly learn and understand ASR treatment systems from shredder discharge to shipment; understand all components of the treatment plant; operate various types of equipment, such as chemical treatment pumps, Induction Sorting System (ISS), eddy current separators (ECS) feeder screws, shakers, PLC controls; and repair and replace critical components of system. Communicate, both orally and in writing, in a professional manner. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Must have a proven track record of pro-actively researching new and emerging production systems along with the ability to implement change.

Successful candidate will have previously been involved with continuous improvement initiatives with documented success. Must exhibit analytical skills to manage production metrics and implement new technologies. Must have experience managing a departmental budget, justifying capital expenditures and measuring return on investment. Ability and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; deal with problems involving several specific variables in or from standard situations.

The NF Processing Manager reports to the General Manager and is responsible for ensuring that all his/her efforts are compliant with the company’s Health, Safety and Environmental regulations. The NF Processing Manager regularly works with the commercial department and other department managers to ensure complete adherence to receiving and processing responsibilities.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Everett, MA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

  • How many people have you managed/supervised at one time?
  • Why are you seeking a new position?
  • Why do you want to work at Schnitzer Steel?
  • What is an acceptable yearly salary that you'd accept for this position?
  • What is your email address?
  • How would you describe your leadership style?
  • How do you hold employees accountable?

Experience:

  • Management/Supervisor: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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