Regional Operations Manager

Regional Operations Manager – Southeast Region The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for the Management, P & L, and day‑to‑day Operations of Sims Metal’s Southeast Region facilities for ferrous and non‑ferrous metals processing. This includes Richmond, Redwood City, San Jose, Charon, Hayward, Stockton, Rancho Cordova, and Sacramento locations in California and Sparks and Fernley in Nevada. This includes Chesapeake, Richmond, Petersburg, Fisherville, Yorktown locations in Virginia and New Bern in North Carolina. The position reports to the Director of Operations and has ~3 direct reports and ~177 indirect reports. Responsibilities Partners with Health and Safety to ensure employees and yard operations are aligned with Sims Metal’s commitment to safety initiatives. Manages plant operations managers. Partners with Commercial team to prioritize customer requirements, drive inbound material volumes, and increase margin. Develops strategies, business plans, budgets, and programs to contain cost and to increase productivity. Implements corporate sponsored initiatives, including standardized production and budget forecasting/reporting for all sites and departments. Knowledge of shears, balers, mobile equipment as well as requisite tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations. Partner with regional HR team to implement performance management, change management, and employee engagement initiatives. Participate in community events. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Eight to ten years applicable similar industry experience with a working understanding of different types of scrap metals. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sustainable engineering, management, etc., or equivalent in work experience. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to find suitable solutions to productivity issues. Knowledge of port and shipload activities desired. Experience with government agencies involving port activities desired. Familiarity with VA and NC environmental and air pollution laws a plus. Core Competencies Agility & Resilience Emotional Intelligence Quality, Innovation & Continuous Improvement Work Execution, Productivity & Technical Skills Benefits Competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits. Equality and Inclusion Statement Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr