Ferrous Operations Assistant Manager

About Us

Founded in the 1930s and proudly based in Westport, Massachusetts, Mid-City Scrap is one of New England's most established and trusted names in metal recycling. We provide comprehensive recycling services across the region, specializing in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

What We Offer

• Low-cost Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Company paid life and disability insurance with additional voluntary life and disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation
• 9 Paid holidays
• Company match 401(k)
• Weekly pay schedule
• Unlimited growth opportunities

About the Position

The Assistant Operations Manager provides direct operational oversight across yard, shredder, and ELV processing while reinforcing safety, production efficiency, environmental compliance, and employee accountability. The Assistant Operations Manager serves as a key link between frontline supervisors and the Operations Manager, ensuring consistent execution of operational plans, policies, and performance expectations.

This position requires high attention to detail, safety driven and have years of experiance operating equipment such as front-end loader, shear, grapple and magnet.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day‑to‑day facility operations, including ELV processing, shredding, yard material flow.
• Coordinate daily and weekly production priorities with all department Leads.
• Monitor throughput, downtime, and material flow to support production targets and minimize bottlenecks.
• Step in to supervise operations during the Operations Manager’s absence.
• Coordinate with EHS Specialist & HR to ensure a strong safety culture, enforce all safety and company polies and procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure environmental compliance related to ELV processing, fluid removal, depollution, stormwater, and housekeeping standards.
• Manage the ELV operations to ensure safety, production and compliance.
• Reinforce proper PPE use, equipment operation, and safe work practices.
• Support implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practices.

Qualifications

• Experiance operating heavy equipment such as front loader, shear, grapple and magnet is required.
• Experiance operating industry specific equipment such as shredders, balers, and downstreams is preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in metal recycling, scrap processing, heavy industrial operations, or a similar environment.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience in a yard, shredder, ELV, or processing operation.
• Strong working knowledge of ELV depollution, shredder feed preparation, and ferrous/non‑ferrous segregation.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and hold teams accountable.
• Familiarity with OSHA and environmental regulations related to recycling operations.
• Mechanical aptitude or experience working alongside maintenance teams.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
• Requires standing, bending, twisting, lifting up to 50lbs, and operating machinery for extended periods.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

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.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age.

An offer of U.S. employment by Mid-City Scrap LLC is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Mid City Scrap does not discriminate based on 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.

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person