Operations & Maintenance Manager

External SA Recycling; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

External SA Recycling in Phenix City, AL seeks an Operations & Maintenance Manager to lead our metal recycling facility, overseeing daily operations, maintenance, safety, and equipment reliability, reporting to the General Manager.

Requires 3–5+ years in heavy industrial management, a strong mechanical/engineering background, PLC proficiency, and hands-on experience with large motors, hydraulic systems, and conveyors. This role involves field work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Engineering background with strong mechanical/industrial emphasis.
• Proven experience in heavy industrial management and safety.
• Experience with PLCs, motors, hydraulics, conveyors and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shredder operation and maintenance for safety and reliability.
• Lead recycling yard team and coordinate daily activities.
• Monitor critical system readings to prevent equipment damage.
• Inspect components daily to ensure readiness and uptime.
• Diagnose and resolve issues across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Respond to emergencies and enforce safety protocols.
• Adjust priorities as yard conditions change.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Industrial safety

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Industrial)

Tools

PLC systems

Industrial controls

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilledOperations & Maintenance Managerto lead our metal recycling facility in Phenix City. In this role, you will support the General Manager and oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and safety of our people and equipment at our scrap metal shredder and downstream plant. The ideal candidate brings a thorough mechanical & engineering education & backgroundand proven leadership skills to drive safety, production efficiency, and equipment reliability. Require 3 to 5+ years of progressive management experience in heavy industrial operations (e.g., scrap metal recycling, manufacturing, mining, foundry, smelters, or industrial and/or manufacturing facilities). Proficiency with industrial computers, electrical, hydraulic. Direct technical expertise in operating and repairing industrial equipment

We are looking for previous experience and an engineering background (industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering) with strong academic emphasis in: Mechanical/Maintenance/Milling/Production

This position will work inside and outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shredder Operation: Safely directly overseeing the maintenance of our industrial auto shredder while adjusting to changing operational needs
• Team Manager: Oversee and coordinate the activities of the recycling yard labor force
• System Monitoring: Track critical gauge readings (including rotor RPM, bearing temperatures, and liquid rheostat temperature) to prevent equipment damage
• Component Inspections: Conduct daily physical examinations of critical shredder components to ensure operational readiness
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues across complex mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Emergency Response: Recognize hazardous or emergency situations immediately and execute proper safety protocols
• Adaptive Workflow: Adjust daily priorities quickly as changing yard circumstances dictate

Qualifications & Technical Requirements:

• Education: Engineering background with a strong academic emphasis in:

  Mechanical/Maintenance/Production

• Control Systems: Ability to operate, read, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).

• System Expertise: Proven experience troubleshooting the following critical industrial systems:

  • 5000 HP Motors, Liquid Rheostats and High & Medium Voltage Switch gear, Transformers, and Breaker,
  • Hydraulic Power Units (HPUs)
  • Conveyor Systems: Belts, Motors, Gear Boxes,
  • Pulleys and Idlers Magnets, Eddy Currents, Air Systems

• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills and a proven track record of maintaining cooperative working relationships.

• Vocational/Technical Engineering degree highly desired.

• Hydraulic, electrical, and diesel maintenance experience is highly desired.

Screening: Must successfully pass a medical physical, drug test, criminal background check, and credit check.

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.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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