Assistant Operations Manager
About The Position
The Assistant Operations Manager provides direct operational oversight across yard, shredder, and ELV processing while reinforcing safety, production efficiency, environmental compliance, and employee accountability. The Assistant Operations Manager serves as a key link between frontline supervisors and the Operations Manager, ensuring consistent execution of operational plans, policies, and performance expectations. This is an active, hands-on managerial role, leading the team from the yard. The primary schedule for this position will be Monday- Friday, 11am-7pm, Saturday availability is required to adhere to a rotating schedule.
Requirements
- 5-7 years of experience in metal recycling, scrap processing, heavy industrial operations, or a similar environment.
- Prior supervisory or lead experience in a yard, shredder, ELV, or processing operation.
- MA Hoisting license 2a1c
- Strong working knowledge of ELV depollution, shredder feed preparation, and ferrous/non-ferrous segregation.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and hold teams accountable.
- Familiarity with OSHA and environmental regulations related to recycling operations.
- Mechanical aptitude or experience working alongside maintenance teams.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist in managing day-to-day yard operations, including shredding, downstream and yard material flow.
- Coordinate daily and weekly production priorities with all department Leads.
- Monitor throughput, downtime, and material flow to support production targets and minimize bottlenecks.
- Step in to supervise operations during the Operations Manager’s absence.
- Coordinate with EHS Specialist & HR to ensure a strong safety culture, enforce all safety and company polies and procedures.
- Participate in safety meetings, audits, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.
- Ensure environmental compliance related to ELV processing, fluid removal, depollution, stormwater, and housekeeping standards.
- Operate heavy equipment including material handlers, front loaders and others for training purposes and as needed.
- Motivate and engage the team to ensure safety, production and compliance.
- Reinforce proper PPE use, equipment operation, and safe work practices.
- Support implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
