Hands-On Yard Manager – Recycling Operations

Pacific Recycling, Inc; White City (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off starting at 2 weeks

8 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Safety boot reimbursement

Free Gym Membership

Job summary

Pacific Recycling, Inc. in White City, Oregon is seeking a hands-on Yard Manager to lead the yard team, coordinate material movement, and oversee outbound shipments. This role blends leadership with active yard work, including assisting with loading, operating equipment, and helping prepare shipments.

As the primary point of contact for daily operations, you will guide staff, promote safety, and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment, reporting to the Eugene Yard Manager.

Qualifications

• Must have prior supervisory or lead experience.
• Experience in scrap metal, recycling, industrial, warehouse, or similar environments.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and own issues.
• Willingness to perform hands-on yard work and operate equipment as needed.
• Comfort outdoors around heavy equipment and trucks.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside and supervise White City yard employees, assigning daily work and establishing priorities.
• Lead by example and participate directly in day-to-day yard operations.
• Ensure the yard operates safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company expectations.
• Oversee material movement, loading, unloading, storage, and shipment preparation.
• Coordinate outbound shipments and transportation needs with the Eugene transportation team.
• Work closely with the White City Scale Manager to coordinate yard, scale, and driver activities.
• Serve as the first point of contact for day-to-day operational issues and take ownership of resolving problems.
• Provide coaching and feedback, conduct performance reviews, and address employee performance and attendance issues.
• Communicate significant staffing, safety, equipment, customer, and operational issues to the Eugene Yard Manager.
• Monitor yard equipment, housekeeping, and overall organization.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Recycling industry experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Hands-on yard work

Valid driver's license

Job description

Pacific Recycling, Inc. in White City, Oregon is seeking a hands-on Yard Manager to lead the yard team, coordinate material movement, and oversee outbound shipments. This role blends leadership with active yard work, including assisting with loading, operating equipment, and helping prepare shipments.

As the primary point of contact for daily operations, you will guide staff, promote safety, and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment, reporting to the Eugene Yard Manager.