Shredder Manager

Shredder Manager

Recruiting Partner: Gina Leposa

Assonet, Massachusetts | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $125,000 to $140,000 | Job ID: 183438

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Shredder Manager to oversee daily operations of a high-volume scrap metal shredding facility. This individual will be responsible for maximizing production, equipment uptime, material recovery, safety, and operational efficiency while leading and developing the shredder team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shredder operations, including production scheduling, material flow, throughput, and quality control.

• Manage shredder operators, equipment operators, and production personnel.

• Monitor shredder performance, production tonnage, downtime, and operating costs.

• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting with the maintenance team.

• Ensure proper operation of the shredder, conveyors, downstream separation systems, and related equipment.

• Optimize ferrous and nonferrous recovery while minimizing material loss and contamination.

• Monitor incoming scrap and ensure proper inspection and removal of prohibited or hazardous materials.

• Enforce OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental compliance requirements.

• Manage staffing, training, employee performance, and daily production priorities.

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, equipment reliability, and profitability.

• Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in scrap metal recycling, preferably within a shredder operation.

• Previous supervisory or management experience in a scrap processing facility.

• Strong understanding of automobile or heavy-duty scrap shredders and associated processing equipment.

• Knowledge of shredder operations, material separation, ferrous and nonferrous recovery, and production optimization.

• Mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting hydraulics, conveyors, motors, and heavy industrial equipment.

• Experience managing production schedules, equipment downtime, and maintenance coordination.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout, and industrial safety procedures.

• Proven ability to lead teams, improve operational efficiency, and control production costs.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating or managing Wendt, Hammermills International, or similar large-scale shredding equipment.

• Familiarity with downstream nonferrous separation systems, including eddy current separators, magnets, and sensor-based sorting.

• Experience tracking production KPIs, cost per ton, recovery rates, and equipment availability.

• Background in high-volume ferrous scrap processing and shredder feedstock management.

• JOB ID: 183438