Recycling Operations Facility Manager I

Radius Recycling•Worcester, MA

11d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Recycling Operations Facility Manager I (ROFMI) reports directly to the Recycling Operations District Manager (RODM), Recycling Operations General Manager (ROGM) or the Recycling Operations Regional General Manager (RORGM) 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. The ROFMI 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. This position operates within flexible parameters. 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. Pay range: $100,000 - $120,000/year

Requirements

Minimum of 5-10 years previous experience in steel scrap yard operations, and familiarity with physical operations and personnel.
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.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an automobile.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred; courses in business/operations management helpful.
Project management experience or specialized knowledge a plus.

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.
Monitors H&S programs administered by H&S department.
Following an incident or accident, instructs personnel on Corrective Action Plans in accordance with policy.
Monitors H&S and Environmental Compliance for all assigned locations to report any deficiencies and/or issues to the General Manager, Regional General Manager, H&S Engineer(s), and/or Environmental Manager.
Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
Oversees operations and maintenance in all departments.
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.
Reviews maintenance procedures and record keeping for all production equipment.
Investigates to clarify, validate, test, and analyze operational data for accuracy and validity.
Assesses the effectiveness of transportation and other sub-contractors.
Monitors equipment needs and availability for the facility.
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.
Maintains accurate material inventories in all facilities, keeping in compliance with all internal and SOX controls, in conjunction with the regional financial group.
Monitors assigned yard inventories.
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.
Operates facilities within established Operating and CAPEX budgets and makes recommendations on a yearly basis for Capital Expenditures considering: equipment condition; environmental necessities; operational needs; ability to sustain business operations; business growth.
Monitors and maintains exempt and and/or hourly staff at cost effective and competitive levels.
Monitors 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.
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.