Yard Manager

simsmetalm • Richmond, CA

2d

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.
Summary:
Responsible for the management, profit & loss, and day-to-day operations of the Richmond, CA facility for ferrous and non-ferrous metals processing.

Requirements

• Five to eight years applicable industry experience with a working understanding of different types of scraps.
• Bachelor’s degree in management, Engineering or other related field.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to find suitable solutions to productivity issues.
• Knowledge of shears, balers, mobile equipment as well as requisite tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of port and ship loading activities a plus.
• Experience interfacing with government agencies a plus.
• Familiarity with CA environmental and air pollution laws preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with EHS to ensure employees and yard operations are aligned with the Company’s commitment to safety.
• Manage staff which includes yard laborers, mechanics, equipment operators, and supervisory staff.
• Develop strategies, business plans, budgets and programs to contain cost and to increase productivity.
• Implement corporate sponsored initiatives, including standardized production and budget forecasting/reporting for all departments.
• Partner with regional HR team to implement performance management, change management, and employee engagement initiatives.

Benefits

• A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company.
• Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment.
• We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager