Job DescriptionAre you a seasoned operations leader with a background in heavy industrial processing or scrap metal recycling? We are seeking a high-performing Shredder Operations Manager to oversee our high-volume shredding facility.

In this role, you will be responsible for maximizing production efficiency, ensuring world-class safety compliance, and leading a dedicated team of supervisors, operators, and maintenance technicians. If you thrive in fast-paced, industrial environments and have a proven track record of optimizing shredder throughput while minimizing downtime, we want to hear from you.

What You Will Do Operations Leadership:

Direct all daily operations of the shredder plant to meet or exceed safety, production, and quality targets.

Maintenance & Reliability:

Partner with the maintenance team to oversee preventative maintenance programs, minimize unplanned downtime, and manage heavy equipment repairs.

Team Management:

Hire, train, mentor, and schedule a team of operators and laborers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Safety & Compliance:

Enforce all OSHA, environmental, and company safety regulations to ensure a zero-injury workplace.

Inventory & Logistics:

Monitor inbound raw materials and outbound processed scrap to optimize inventory turns and coordinate with logistics teams.

Financial Management:

Manage the operational budget, control labor costs, and optimize the cost-per-ton of processed material.

What We Are Looking For Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years of management experience specifically in scrap metal shredding, heavy industrial manufacturing, or aggregate processing.

Technical Knowledge:

Deep understanding of large-scale industrial shredders (e.g., automobile shredders, hammer mills), downstream separation systems (magnets, eddies, sensor sorters), and heavy equipment.

Leadership Skills:

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse blue-collar workforce.

Problem Solving:

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills to resolve operational bottlenecks quickly.

Safety First:

A strict commitment to safety protocols and a track record of maintaining clean, compliant facilities.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required; a degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is a plus.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person