Recycling Operations & Material Processing In-Charge

DSK METALS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DSK METALS PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to oversee daily metal recycling activities across multiple sites. You will manage loading, sorting, weighing and storage processes while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, planning and inventory control skills, with a focus on achieving output targets and maintaining material quality in a dynamic recycling environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily metal recycling operations across multiple locations in Singapore.
• Verify scrap grades and resolve discrepancies before processing or dispatch.
• Operate and supervise hydraulic shears and wire/cable strippers per safety rules.
• Plan manpower, machine use and schedules to meet output targets while ensuring quality.
• Maintain inventory records and reconcile stock with ERP/workflow systems.
• Conduct safety briefings and enforce MOM and NEA requirements.
• Coordinate with logistics and trading teams to meet schedules.
• Submit daily reports on stock, output, losses and downtime.

Skills

Supervision

Operations planning

Quality control

Team leadership

Inventory reconciliation

Excel/ERP

Safety compliance

Education

Diploma or degree in engineering/industrial operations/environmental management

Equivalent technical qualifications with experience

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Weighing/inventory software

Hydraulic machinery operation

Job description

Metal Recycling and trading firm specializing in ferrous and non-ferrous scrap processing and recovery solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently supervise daily metal recycling operations across multiple locations in Singapore, including loading/unloading, manual sorting, mechanical segregation, weighing, processing and organised storage.
• Verify incoming and outgoing scrap grades, identify contamination and mixed materials, and resolve grading or weight discrepancies before processing or dispatch.
• Operate and supervise hydraulic shears, cable strippers and related recycling equipment in accordance with operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Plan daily manpower allocation, machine utilisation and processing schedules to achieve output targets while maintaining material quality and safe working conditions.
• Monitor material recovery rates, processing losses and stock movements; investigate discrepancies and implement corrective measures.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using Microsoft Excel or ERP systems, reconcile physical stock against system balances, and ensure supporting weighing and delivery records are complete.
• Implement site risk controls, conduct safety briefings, and enforce applicable MOM workplace safety and NEA environmental requirements.
• Conduct equipment inspections, identify signs of mechanical or hydraulic faults, and coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs. Ensure unsafe equipment is taken out of service.
• Train and supervise site workers in scrap identification, segregation methods, safe equipment use and housekeeping.
• Coordinate with logistics and trading teams, transport contractors and equipment suppliers to meet collection, processing and delivery schedules.
• Submit daily reports covering stock availability, production output, recovery rates, machine downtime, manpower deployment and operational issues.

Essential Requirements

• Diploma or degree in engineering, industrial operations, environmental management or a related discipline; equivalent technical qualifications supported by substantial relevant experience will also be considered.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in metal recycling or scrap processing, including at least 2 years supervising yard or plant operations.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify and grade ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, including copper, aluminum, stainless steel, brass, zinc and cables.
• Practical experience identifying contamination, distinguishing mixed grades and assessing how material composition affects recovery and processing methods.
• Hands-on experience operating or directly supervising hydraulic shears and wire/cable strippers , including pre-start inspections, operating adjustments and safe shutdown procedures.
• Ability to plan manpower and machine allocation, resolve processing bottlenecks and manage competing collection and dispatch priorities.
• Ability to reconcile weighing records, stock movements and physical inventory, investigate variances and document corrective action.
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting/filtering and stock reconciliation worksheets , or equivalent inventory functions in an ERP system.
• Ability to interpret machine operating manuals, process flow charts, maintenance checklists and safe work procedures.
• Practical understanding of workplace risk assessments, machinery isolation procedures, traffic management and safe material handling.
• Ability to conduct site inspections and supervise work in outdoor recycling yards involving walking, standing, uneven ground, noise, dust and moving machinery, using the required protective equipment and safety controls.
• Willingness to travel between assigned operating locations in Singapore.
• Strong supervisory skills, with the ability to give clear work instructions, conduct safety briefings and prepare accurate operational reports.

Preferred Requirements

• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems sufficient to recognise faults and communicate repair requirements to qualified technicians.
• Experience improving recovery rates, reducing contamination, controlling stock losses or reducing equipment downtime.
• Experience maintaining records for environmental, safety or ISO management system audits.