Recycling Operations Manager I

Job Description

Radius Recycling is currently hiring an Operations Manager to run our Manchester, NH facility.

This position reports to the Recycling Operations District Manager (RODM) and has a primary focus on driving, guiding, and influencing the support mechanisms that streamline and coordinate the overall operational effectiveness and efficiency of the assigned operations. This position focuses specifically on : overall Health & Safety and Environmental compliance; quality control; maintenance and accuracy of all material inventories; coordination of inter-yard transportation of materials; ensuring their facility’s volume quotas are being met by communicating with the Commercial Group; and Continuous Improvement for the facilities, administration, and management of Production and Maintenance employees.

The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of facility and operations management. Providing the highest quality product safely, effectively, and efficiently decreases accidents and errors and increases profits.

Benefits Information

• Annual Salary : $100,000 - 110,000 annually
• Medical benefits including medical, dental and vision plans for both you and your dependents
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
• Generous Flexible Time Off plan

Essential Functions

Internal Control Responsibilities

Supports the Company’s Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating, and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures, and controls to better relate to the business.

Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.

Takes ownership and responsibility for ensuring all internal controls managed within in the scope of this job position, including completion by any direct reports, are being performed and signed off monthly through the internal control’s checklist.

Supervisory Responsibility

The Recycling Operations Facility Manager I directly supervises Recycling Operations Facility FE / NF Supervisors and union / non-union hourly staff.

Takes ownership and responsibility for ensuring all internal controls managed within in the scope of this job position, including completion by any direct reports, are being performed and signed off monthly through the internal control’s checklist.

Job Conditions

Workload is cyclical and can present significant time pressures when strict adherence to deadlines is critical. Workload is often reactive and cannot be anticipated or planned for. Often many extra hours are required, weekend, weekday, and holidays. 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.

Occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions and travel is required. Work pressure can be substantial during peak times, requiring considerable adaptability; disturbances of workflow, and / or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Regular overtime is required. Offsite work involves meeting in person with current or potential customers and visiting other Schnitzer locations.

Physical Activities Required To Perform Essential Functions

Ability to : sit or stand for extended periods of time, up to 6 hours per day. Position requires individual to : stand, walk, and / or otherwise move around a steel scrap yard environment. Some computer work is necessary requiring visual acuity to perform close detail work. Must have the ability to communicate in a professional manner by phone, e-mail and in person with all levels of internal personnel and business contacts.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5-10 years previous experience in steel scrap yard operations, and familiarity with physical operations and personnel. College degree preferred; courses in business / operations management helpful. Project management experience or specialized knowledge a plus. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an automobile.

Knowledge of operations; leadership, analytical, organization, good communication, good mathematical skills; and intermediate computer competency. Ability to : apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of practical problems; deal with many variables and determine a specific course of action.

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.

Radius Recycling participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling 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, Radius Recycling 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.