Operations & Maintenance Manager

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Operations & Maintenance Manager to lead our metal recycling facility in Phenix City. In this role, you will support the General Manager and oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and safety of our people and equipment at our scrap metal shredder and downstream plant. The ideal candidate brings a thorough mechanical & engineering education & background and proven leadership skills to drive safety, production efficiency, and equipment reliability. Require 3 to 5+ years of progressive management experience in heavy industrial operations (e.g., scrap metal recycling, manufacturing, mining, foundry, smelters, or industrial and/or manufacturing facilities). Proficiency with industrial computers, electrical, hydraulic. Direct technical expertise in operating and repairing industrial equipment

We are looking for previous experience and an engineering background (industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering) with strong academic emphasis in: Mechanical/Maintenance/Milling/Production

This position will work inside and outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shredder Operation: Safely directly overseeing the maintenance of our industrial auto shredder while adjusting to changing operational needs
• Team Manager: Oversee and coordinate the activities of the recycling yard labor force
• System Monitoring: Track critical gauge readings (including rotor RPM, bearing temperatures, and liquid rheostat temperature) to prevent equipment damage
• Component Inspections: Conduct daily physical examinations of critical shredder components to ensure operational readiness
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues across complex mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Emergency Response: Recognize hazardous or emergency situations immediately and execute proper safety protocols
• Adaptive Workflow: Adjust daily priorities quickly as changing yard circumstances dictate

Qualifications & Technical Requirements:

• Education: Engineering background with a strong academic emphasis in:Mechanical/Maintenance/Production
• Control Systems: Ability to operate, read, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• System Expertise: Proven experience troubleshooting the following critical industrial systems:5000 HP Motors,  Liquid Rheostats and High & Medium Voltage Switch gear, Transformers, and Breaker, Hydraulic Power Units (HPUs) Conveyor Systems: Belts, Motors, Gear Boxes, Pulleys and Idlers Magnets, Eddy Currents, Air Systems

• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills and a proven track record of maintaining cooperative working relationships.

• Vocational/Technical Engineering degree highly desired.
• Hydraulic, electrical, and diesel maintenance experience is highly desired.

Job Duties 

Including, but not limited to: 

 Complete a monthly safety inspection of their facility 

 Conduct safety conversations with employees 

 Monitor production levels as assigned 

 Ensure there is proper labor and supervision coverage for production and maintenance   

 Train employees and supervisors in various ways e.g. one on one, tailgate meetings, and demonstrations  

 Work with various forms of communication e.g. email, bulletins, shipping documents, work assignments, production quotas.  

 Communicate to a workforce in morning tailgate and safety meetings (public speaking) 

 Provide client services in person or over the phone to ensure new metal materials are purchased daily 

 Work with employees and clients to ensure all conflicts and negotiations are handled in professional manner 

 Clean up work area at the end of shift 

 Keep work areas neat and orderly 

 Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions 

 Organizing materials to have more effective use of space 

 Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner 

 Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed 

 Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members. 

Qualifications 

 Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions. 

 Must pass a medical physical and drug test 

 Must pass a background check and credit check 

 Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable 

 Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus 

 Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands 

 An understanding of the metal market well enough to negotiate pricing, delivery process, and production demands 

 Possess interpersonal skills to gain support of workforce and clientele when conducting business  

Job Expectations 

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures. 

Physical Requirements 

 Work Environment: Office and Scrap metal yard 

 Equipment & Tools: Office equipment, general tools, and training with mobile equipment 

 Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate,  

 Work Capacity: Lifting & carrying 35lb loads, head turning, bending. 

 Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste  

 Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, typing 

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

SA Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.