Shredder Maintenance Supervisor

SA Recycling; Birmingham (AL); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Safety and Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive medical options

401k with a Company Match

Growth opportunities

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading recycling company is looking for a Shredder Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance activities for the auto shredder. This position requires leadership skills, a technical background, and the ability to work in outdoor conditions. The role offers competitive pay, safety and performance bonuses, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience leading a team of mechanics in an industrial environment.
• Willingness to work in varied weather conditions.
• Must pass drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Champion a positive and safe work environment.
• Coordinate planning and scheduling of maintenance activities.
• Assign tasks based on urgency and production schedules.

Skills

Basic knowledge of hydraulic and electrical repairs

Welding

Team leadership

Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Vocational/Technical Maintenance Mechanic degree

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

Hoists

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Shredder Maintenance Supervisor role at SA Recycling. This is a 2nd shift position working outdoors in varying weather conditions. The role oversees the maintenance activities for the auto shredder and related equipment, providing guidance to the maintenance team and coordinating all preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Champion a positive and safe work environment for all employees, suppliers, customers and vendors.
• Partner with the General Manager (GM) to coordinate planning and scheduling of all maintenance activities for the auto shredder and related equipment.
• Assign tasks and prioritize maintenance activities based on urgency and production schedules.
• Coach and mentor mechanics and technicians; follow up on assigned repairs and work orders.
• Coordinate and prioritize emergency repairs ensuring minimal downtime and disruptions to operations.
• Keep exact records of all work performed following SA Recycling’s best practices and the manufacture’s guidelines.
• Perform regular and post-repair inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating order.
• Keep buildings, grounds, and work areas clean, organized, and neat in appearance.
• Must be available for after-hours and weekend call outs for emergencies as needed.
• Perform all tasks fully within SA Recycling’s Safety and Environmental practices and procedures.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Maintenance Mechanic degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and electrical repairs, welding, and industrial drive components is highly desired.
• Two (2) or more years of experience leading a team of mechanics in a scrap metal recycling yard or medium to heavy industrial environment.
• Willingness to work in varied weather conditions.
• Experience using industrial equipment such as a forklift, skid steer, and hoists is preferred.
• Must be willing to complete and pass a drug screen, physical and background check.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Advancement Opportunities

Additional information

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.

Note: This job description describes the general nature and level of work. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.