Operations Manager (NF Downstream)

Company Description

BlueScope Recycling is a full-service, ferrous scrap metal recycler with processing facilities in Waterloo, IN, Delta, OH, and Mansfield, OH. BlueScope Recycling buys scrap from industrial generators, wholesale suppliers, and the general public, focusing on delivering the highest level of service.

Summary:  The Operations Manager is a senior leader responsible for the safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution of production activities within a designated functional domain: Finished Goods, NF Downstream Operations, or Shredder Operations. This role ensures consistent profitability, operational excellence, equipment reliability, workforce leadership, and adherence to BRM standards. Operations Managers are expected to possess advanced scrap industry expertise, strong decision‑making capability, and demonstrated success leading teams in complex, high‑volume yard environments. Each manager acts as the operational authority within their assigned stream and plays a critical role in cross‑yard coordination to support throughput, yield, quality, and customer commitments.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures consistent, site‑wide adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
• Leads and reinforces a strong safety culture through engagement, accountability, and visibility
• Oversees planning and execution of production activities across assigned operational areas or shifts
• Serves as a technical and operational authority for heavy equipment operation and training
• Establishes expectations for operator competency, equipment care, and safe material handling
• Owns operational KPIs including safety performance, throughput, recovery, quality, and efficiency
• Analyzes production, quality, and equipment data to identify trends and systemic issues
• Implements corrective actions and improvement initiatives to drive sustainable performance
• Coordinates closely with maintenance, safety, quality, and commercial partners to align priorities
• Ensures effective communication and collaboration across operational functions
• Develops, coaches, and mentors supervisors and frontline leaders
• Leads performance management, corrective action, and succession planning activities
• Utilizes Microsoft Office, Remis ERP, and site‑specific technology to support decision‑making

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 6+ years of experience in scrap, recycling, or heavy industrial operations
• 4+ years of progressive supervisory or leadership experience
• Advanced hands‑on experience operating and training on heavy equipment and attachments
• Deep understanding of production workflows, material processing, and quality risk management
• Strong analytical and reporting skills using Microsoft Office and operational systems
• Proven ability to lead leaders, manage complexity, and drive operational results

 

Physical Requirements:

• Withstand varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow
• Stand, walk, and move throughout the yard for extended periods during the workday
• Climb on and around equipment and navigate uneven ground safely
• Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb during routine oversight and inspections
• Lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods

 

Quantitative Scope:

• No budget responsibility
• ~ 4-20 direct reports

 

Work authorization:

• No sponsorship available

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope
is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.