Operations Manager - Metal Recycling Plant

Role Overview

Responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operations of a metals recycling facility. This includes overseeing health & safety, environmental compliance, production goals, maintenance, quality control, inter-yard logistics, inventory accuracy, and budget adherence. This role leads supervisors and hourly staff, driving performance through Continuous Improvement and strategic coordination with Commercial, Environmental, and Safety teams.

Operations & Performance

• Oversee daily operations and maintenance across departments
• Ensure production goals and monthly forecasts are met
• Drive facility-wide Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Assess equipment and subcontractor effectiveness

Inventory & Quality Control

• Maintain accurate, compliant material inventory and documentation
• Collaborate with Commercial & Transportation teams on supply flow
• Monitor quality specs to prevent customer claims and downgrades
• Lead implementation of Quality Control programs

Qualifications

• Experience: 5–10 years in scrap yard or heavy industrial operations
• Education: College degree preferred (business or operations focus ideal)
• Skills:
• Strong leadership and analytical skills
• Solid grasp of production management and inventory systems
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Intermediate computer literacy (Excel, reporting tools)
• Other: Qatar valid driver’s license required

Job Type: Full-time