Recycling Operations Facility Manager II

About the role

The Recycling Operations Facility Manager II (ROFMII) supports overall Health & Safety and Environmental compliance, quality control, maintenance and accuracy of all material inventories, and ensures facility volume quotas are met.

Responsibilities

• Supports overall H&S issues within the facility by working closely with the Regional Safety Engineer(s).
• Ensures Environmental compliance in accordance with company, federal and state policies by working closely with the Regional Environmental Manager.
• Makes recommendations on a yearly basis for Capital Expenditures considering: equipment condition; environmental necessities; operational needs; ability to sustain business operations; business growth.
• Monitors H&S programs administered by H&S department.
• Reviews maintenance procedures and record keeping for all production equipment.
• Investigates to clarify, validate, test, and analyze operational data for accuracy and validity.
• Affirms the effectiveness of transportation and other sub-contractors.
• Maintains accurate material inventories in all facilities, keeping in compliance with all internal and SOX controls, in conjunction with the regional financial group.
• 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.
• Ensures all storage of finished goods is done in compliance with internal controls already set in place.
• Implements and maintains an effective, documented Quality Control program focusing on a strong relationship with Commercial and Sales departments.
• Works with internal and customer specs for materials.
• Maintains communication with facility and regional Commercial and Transportation Departments to ensure material purchase quotas are being met for the facilities and material is being transferred or shipped in a timely fashion.
• Monitors equipment needs and availability for the facility.
• Ensures that negotiated production levels are met and maintained for all departments.
• Forecasts monthly production with the General Manager, in conjunction with the Commercial group, to ensure facility goals are met.
• Spearheads Continuous Improvement for the facility.
• Operates facilities within established Operating and CAPEX budgets.
• Maintains and monitors exempt and union/non-union hourly staff at cost effective and competitive levels.
• Maintains supervisory practices for self and direct reports to ensure compliance with HR policies and union contracts, as applicable.
• Reviews performance of direct reports.
• Interviews prospective management and/or production employees.
• Works with Human Resources personnel to prepare job descriptions.
• Performs other special projects as needed or assigned.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an automobile.

Qualifications

• 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.