NF Recovery Manager

Pick-n-Pull Auto and Truck Dismantlers; Tacoma, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick-n-Pull Auto and Truck Dismantlers in Tacoma, WA seeks a NF Recovery Manager (NFRM) to lead nonferrous metal recovery, ASR processing, and safety compliance at the plant. The role oversees maintenance liaison, production scheduling, and regulatory adherence while driving continuous improvement across shifts.

The position requires 5–10 years in manufacturing with 2–5 years in leadership, a strong mechanical aptitude, and experience managing a work crew.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of manufacturing work experience, with 2–5 years of managerial experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Experience in a unionized environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NF department operations across shifts.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance per OSHA and company policies.
• Lead training and safety SOP development with Regional Safety Engineer(s).
• Manage budgeting, staffing, and production reporting to optimize metal recovery.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership experience

Budgeting experience

Analytical skills

Continuous improvement

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Induction Sorting System (ISS)

Eddy Current Separators (ECS)

PLC controls

MS Office

Job description

The NF Recovery Manager (NFRM) reports directly to the Plant Manager and oversees the collection, processing and treatment of Auto Shredder Residue (ASR) prior to shipment to the landfills. The NFRM communicates with the Maintenance Manager regarding all repair and maintenance issues. The incumbent oversees nonferrous (NF) metal recovery and fluff stockpiling processes in compliance with state regulatory requirements. The NFRM assigns daily duties for pickers / cleaners in this department. The NFRM assists the Shredder Manager, Terminal Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Regional Environmental Manager, Regional Safety Engineer(s) and facility and regional Commercial teams with issues pertaining to optimizing physical plant operations. Maintains a safe work environment and assists the Regional Safety Engineer(s) in training employees on safety procedures.

This position operates within somewhat flexible parameters. The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the JP operations. Providing the highest quality product safely, effectively and efficiently decreases accidents and errors and increases profits. Responsibilities are to ensure that compliance is maintained according to state regulations. Continuous process analysis and improvement is required to ensure maximum efficient metal recovery which is measured daily.

Salary Range: $ 120,000 to $145,000 Annually

Essential Functions:

• Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
• Ensures safe work practices and equipment are used at all times and that documentation, inspections, and current practices are in accordance with corporate safety policies, OSHA and other regulatory guidelines. In addition, provides a safe environment for all employees, customers and visitors.
• Creates Health & Safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) with Regional Safety Engineer(s).
• Ensures all department employees receive timely safety and operational training and that the appropriate documents (signed acknowledgement forms) are prepared. Maintains employee files per regional practice.
• Assigns an employee to be on the Safety Committee and personally attends Safety Committee meetings on rotation with other managers.
• Monitors safety program to reduce accident frequency within department, implements new departmental safety ideas/procedures in line with overall MRB Health & Safety goals.
• Responsible for understanding and monitoring the regulatory environment as it affects this department and the Company's relationship with the regulatory agencies.
• Operational Performance & Best Management Practices
• Provides leadership to JP department staff on multiple shifts. Assigns work schedule for employees under his/her direct supervision in order to run efficiently, at optimal production rates, with minimal overtime.
• Stays abreast of evolving technological innovation with regard to NF metal and plastic separation.
• Equipment & Maintenance
• Oversees the JP plant operations and ensures that all equipment is operated and maintained properly.
• Purchases chemicals, fly ash or cement pumps and/or parts necessary to maintain proper functioning of the JP Plant.
• Prepares the scheduling for major projects to the JP Plant including manpower, equipment, downtime and timeline
• Inventory & Quality Control
• Ensures that processing and storage of finished goods is done in compliance with internal controls already set in place.
• Ensures that reports of any off grade/ off spec materials are discussed with supervisor prior to shipment in order to eliminate quality consumer complaints, avoid downgrades and eliminate claims.
• Participate in Joint Products Operations Committee and provide other operational group support as needed.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Prepares and monitors daily production reports to continuously improve throughput, reduce costs/expenses; increase profitability and maximize metal recovery.
• Administrative Management
• Monitors and maintains exempt and hourly staff at cost effective and competitive levels.
• Monitors supervisory practices for self and his/her direct reports to ensure compliance with HR policies and union contracts.
• Reviews performance of direct reports.
• Interviews prospective management and/or production employees.
• Works with Human Resources personnel to prepare job descriptions

Internal Control Responsibilities:

Supports the Company's Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures and controls to better relate to the business.

Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position directly supervises a group of employees on up to 3 shifts.

See applicable General Manager and Joint Product Operations organization charts for all direct and indirect reporting relationships.

Interpersonal Contacts:

Internal contact with the Plant Manager, Shredder Manager, Terminal Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Day & Night Shift Supervisors, Warehouse Supervisor, Regional Safety Engineer(s), Regional Environmental Manager, facility and regional Commercial Teams and Regional Purchasing Manager. External contacts include suppliers and equipment manufacturers.

Job Conditions:

Exposure to physical operations at metal recycling yards; it is necessary to walk/climb in active industrial yards with uneven surfaces and to out-of-the-way areas. Outdoor environment with exposure occasional exposure to inclement weather, dust and dirt associated with a scrap yard facility conditions.

Workload is cyclical and often reactive and cannot be anticipated or planned for. Work pressure can be substantial during peak times, requiring considerable adaptability; disturbances of work flow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. This can present significant time pressures when strict adherence to deadlines is critical. Often many extra hours are required, weekend, weekday and holidays. Regular overtime is required. Offsite work may involve visiting other Radius locations. Occasional travel is required.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions:

Able to: sit, stand, or walk for up to 12 hours per day; bend, crouch; climb, balance, push/pull, lift or carry up to 50 pounds; hand and finger dexterity to grasp tools and equipment parts to make repairs; able to negotiate over and around uneven surfaces. Visual acuity for close inspection of documents, schematics, and equipment parts for repairs.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. 5-10 years of manufacturing work experience, with 2-5 years of managerial experience. Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of manufacturing processes required. Prior experience managing and leading a work crew is necessary. Maintenance background preferred. Previous exposure to working within a unionized environment is a plus. This is a specialized job that requires intensive in-house training. Spanish speaking helpful but not necessary. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an automobile.

Ability to quickly learn and understand ASR treatment systems from shredder discharge to shipment; understand all components of the treatment plant; operate various types of equipment, such as chemical treatment pumps, Induction Sorting System (ISS), eddy current separators (ECS) feeder screws, shakers, PLC controls; and repair and replace critical components of system. Communicate, both orally and in writing, in a professional manner. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Must have a proven track record of pro-actively researching new and emerging production systems along with the ability to implement change.

Successful candidate will have previously been involved with continuous improvement initiatives with documented success. Must exhibit analytical skills to manage production metrics and implement new technologies. Must have experience managing a departmental budget, justifying capital expenditures and measuring return on investment. Ability and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; deal with problems involving several specific variables in or from standard situations.

The NF Processing Manager reports to the General Manager and is responsible for ensuring that all his/her efforts are compliant with the company's Health, Safety and Environmental regulations. The NF Processing Manager regularly works with the commercial department and other department managers to ensure complete adherence to receiving and processing responsibilities.

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