Facility Manager
About The Position
Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history. Position Summary We are seeking a hands-on Facility Manager to lead daily operations, maintenance, safety, and production at a high-volume scrap metal recycling facility. This role oversees ferrous processing operations, equipment reliability, employee development, regulatory compliance, and overall facility performance.
Requirements
- 5+ years of management experience in scrap recycling, steel, manufacturing, or heavy industrial operations.
- Strong knowledge of ferrous metals, grading, processing, and material handling operations.
- Experience managing industrial maintenance programs and heavy equipment fleets.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with hydraulic, electrical, diesel, and industrial processing systems.
- Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in both office and outdoor industrial environments.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily ferrous recycling operations, including receiving, grading, processing, inventory control, and outbound shipments.
- Oversee shredder operations, maintenance activities, equipment repairs, and capital improvement projects.
- Maximize production, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency.
- Supervise operations, maintenance, shipping, scale, and yard personnel.
- Monitor production metrics, maintenance costs, downtime, and recovery performance.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, DOT, and company safety standards.
- Coordinate with transportation, purchasing, and commercial teams to optimize material flow and profitability.
- Lead employee training, safety initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
Benefits
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Stable, year-round employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
