Shredder Maintenance Supervisor

Steel Dynamics, Inc.; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly base pay

Bonuses

Full medical/dental/vision

HSA with company contribution

Annual bonus check

401(k) with company match

Stock award

Stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

OmniSource, a subsidiary of Steel Dynamics, Inc., seeks a hands-on Shredder Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance team in a fast-paced metals recycling operation. The role covers repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of equipment and facilities, promoting safety, reliability, and continuous improvement on the 2nd shift (4:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.).

The supervisor coordinates activities, ensures OSHA-compliant practices, and supports plant operations with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• 1-2 years maintenance experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal skills to communicate with internal and external customers.
• Strong writing skills to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Strong computer skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Advanced Problem-Solving Skills.
• Advanced mathematical skills.
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work 2nd shift 4:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. and additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure scheduled repairs, maintenance, and installation of machines and equipment are completed on-time to support production.
• Coordinate activities of workers fabricating or modifying machines and equipment.
• Direct maintenance on utility systems to ensure continuous heat, steam, power, gas, or air supply.
• Implement preventative maintenance with engineering and maintenance staff.
• Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformity with standards.
• Implement new methods to improve operations and reduce costs.
• Discuss equipment needs with design engineers.
• Request tools and supplies and obtain quotes for projects.
• Ensure emission control systems meet federal/state/local requirements.
• Train workers on company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with management to resolve maintenance problems and improve operations.
• Manage personnel and costs, ensuring proper use of equipment and reporting issues.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Supervisory experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Math skills

Shift flexibility

Prioritization

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Subsidiary

OmniSource

Overview

At OMNI we believe having the right people in the right place will always remain our greatest asset. Our employees create value for our customers and ultimately drive our success.

We work SAFELY.

Providing a safe working environment is a critical element of our core values.

Our PEOPLE

We respect and value one another and work together as one team.

We act with INTEGRITY.

We interact with our customers, our employees, and our stockholders with honesty and integrity.

We demonstrate SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.

We strive to make our communities better places to live, work, and grow.

OmniSource is seeking a hands-on Shredder Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team in a fast-paced metals recycling and industrial operations environment. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the maintenance, repair, and installation of equipment, machinery, facilities, and utility systems. This role leads maintenance employees, supports operational goals, and promotes a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. This position is assigned to 2nd shift, with a typical schedule of 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., and may require additional hours as needed to support plant operations.

What We Offer

• Weekly Base Pay & Bonuses
• Full Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Annual Company Contribution
• Annual Bonus Check (Profit Sharing)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match up to 50%
• Annual Stock Award ($2,200 every November)
• Stock Purchase Plan with 15% Company Match
• 2-weeks of Paid Vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays
• .... and many more!

Responsibilities

• Ensures that scheduled repairs, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools and equipment are completed accurately and on-time to ensure continuation of production operations in line with determined work priorities.
• Coordinates activities of workers fabricating or modifying machines, tools, or equipment to manufacture new products or improve existing products.
• Directs maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, steam, electric power, gas, or air required for operations.
• Implements preventative maintenance program in conjunction with engineering and maintenance staff.
• Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Discusses equipment needs and modifications with design engineers.
• Requests tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations, also obtains quotes for projects and equipment.
• Responsible that all emission control systems are working properly, and that all federal, state, and local documentation are being followed.
• Implements training and indoctrination of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with company policies and procedures.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Confers with management to resolve any personnel issues.
• Assists in controlling costs in conjunction with departmental budgets.
• Responsible to manage all employees assigned to his/her area of responsibility so the assets of the company are operated and cared for without abuse and unnecessary damage. This includes requiring people to check out, clean, inspect and report any problems with the equipment on a routine basis.
• Monitors employee training, while suggesting needed changes to workers, and work procedures as needed.
• Involved in Lean initiative that affect production methods, equipment performance, and quality of products.
• Supervise and Motivate employees to achieve maintenance goals.
• Responsible for plant personnel safety, and compliance with company policy. Conducting disciplinary actions as needed.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years maintenance experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong verbal skills to communicate with internal and external customers
• Strong writing skills to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Strong computer skills (working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Advanced Problem-Solving Skills
• Advanced mathematical skills
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks at once.
• Ability to work a typical 2nd shift schedule of 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and additional hours as needed to support plant operations.

Preferred

• 2-5 years Supervisory experience

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.