Operations & Maintenance Manager

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Operations & Maintenance Manager to lead our metal recycling facility in Phenix City. In this role, you will support the General Manager and oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and safety of our people and equipment at our scrap metal shredder and downstream plant. The ideal candidate brings a thorough mechanical & engineering education & background and proven leadership skills to drive safety, production efficiency, and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities

• Shredder Operation: Safely directly overseeing the maintenance of our industrial auto shredder while adjusting to changing operational needs
• Team Manager: Oversee and coordinate the activities of the recycling yard labor force
• System Monitoring: Track critical gauge readings (including rotor RPM, bearing temperatures, and liquid rheostat temperature) to prevent equipment damage
• Component Inspections: Conduct daily physical examinations of critical shredder components to ensure operational readiness
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues across complex mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Emergency Response: Recognize hazardous or emergency situations immediately and execute proper safety protocols
• Adaptive Workflow: Adjust daily priorities quickly as changing yard circumstances dictate

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of progressive management experience in heavy industrial operations (e.g., scrap metal recycling, manufacturing, mining, foundry, smelters, or industrial and/or manufacturing facilities)
• Engineering background (Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering) with strong academic emphasis in: Mechanical/Maintenance/Milling/Production
• Proficiency with industrial computers, electrical, hydraulic systems
• Direct technical expertise in operating and repairing industrial equipment
• Ability to operate, read, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Proven experience troubleshooting the following critical industrial systems:
  • 5000 HP Motors
  • Liquid Rheostats and High & Medium Voltage Switch gear, Transformers, and Breakers
  • Hydraulic Power Units (HPUs)
  • Conveyor Systems: Belts, Motors, Gear Boxes, Pulleys and Idlers
  • Magnets, Eddy Currents, Air Systems
• Exceptional communication skills and a proven track record of maintaining cooperative working relationships
• Vocational/Technical Engineering degree highly desired
• Hydraulic, electrical, and diesel maintenance experience is highly desired

Work environment

This position will work inside and outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.