NF Recovery Production Lead

Radius Recycling; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Recycling is seeking an NF Recovery Production Lead in Oakland, California, to manage day-to-day operations ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. This role requires overseeing production schedules and job assignments to enhance operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED and possess relevant experience. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential to foster a cooperative work environment. Join Radius Recycling and contribute to a safe and efficient production process.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with customers and other employees required.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Oversees adherence to schedules and job assignments for optimal production rates.
• Responsible for understanding the regulatory environment as it affects the department.

Job description

The NF Recovery Production Lead (NFRPL) adheres to the day‑to‑day activities associated with the collection, processing, and handling of Auto Shredder Residue (ASR) prior to shipment to the landfills, as outlined by the NF Recovery Production Supervisor/Manager. The incumbent must follow nonferrous (NF) metal recovery and fluff stockpiling processes in compliance with state regulatory requirements. The NFRPL also communicates upward with the NF Recovery Production Supervisor/Manager regarding all repair and maintenance issues, while ensuring that all efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. The NFRPL should possess knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, as well as knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and techniques for maximizing operational efficiency.

This position operates under flexible parameters. The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the position. Providing the highest quality product safely, effectively, and efficiently decreases accidents and errors and increases profits.

Responsibilities

• Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
  • Strictly adheres to all Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
  • Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Operational Performance & Best Business Practices
  • Oversees adherence to schedules, job assignments, and activities to ensure efficient and optimal production rates with minimal overtime.
  • Monitors adherence to established safety programs and goals to reduce accident frequency within department.
  • Adheres to scheduled manpower, equipment, downtime, and timeline projects at the NF Recovery Plant.
  • Responsible for understanding the regulatory environment as it affects this department and the company’s relationship with the regulatory agencies.
  • Ensures processing and storage of finished goods is completed in compliance with established guidelines and discusses off grade/spec materials with the NF Recovery Production Supervisor/Manager prior to shipment.
  • Provides guidance to department employees on multiple shifts.
  • Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
• Equipment & Maintenance
  • Recommends the purchase of chemicals, fly ash or cement pumps and/or parts necessary to maintain proper functioning of the NF Recovery Plant.
  • Report all equipment deficiencies or malfunctions for maintenance or repair to the proper supervisor.
• Internal Control Process
  • 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.
• Communication
  • Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.

Physical Demands

Ability to: sit rarely; stand and walk frequently on uneven ground and throughout the yard; lift and carry up to 50 pounds consistently; push and pull occasionally when moving materials; crouch or bend at the knees consistently to move or access materials or equipment; stoop or bend at the waist consistently to move materials; reach at arms length and overhead frequently; twist and turn at the neck and trunk continually; climb occasionally when obtaining items; manual dexterity required as the NF Recovery Production Lead will handle, grasp, and manipulate materials constantly; communicate by speech and hearing continually. Visual acuity needed for close detail work and documentation. Mental dexterity needed as the NF Recovery Production Lead will work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with customers and other employees required.

Employment Requirements

• All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
• Radius Recycling participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.
• An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post‑offer drug screen and background check and credit check (if position specified).
• All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non‑union employees.

Employment Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.

Job Information Note

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.