Operations Manager - Glencore cuivre Amérique du Nord

Job Location: San Jose, California

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

About the Company:

Glencore Recycling has over 50 years’ experience in the recycling industry and is one of the worlds’ largest recyclers of electronic scrap. Glencore Recycling is proudly a part of Glencore – one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies. Our global network comprises more than 90 offices located in over 50 countries, with over 150 mining and metallurgical sites, offshore oil production assets, farms and agricultural facilities. We employ approximately 200,000 people and it is these people that we value above all else. They are our greatest asset. Our strategy is to maintain and build upon our position as a leading integrated producer and marketer of commodities worldwide. Join us and let’s grow together.

We are currently accepting applications for the role of Operations Manager at our Recycling facility in San Jose, California.

About the Job:

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be accountable for timely production and cost control; focusing on maintaining consistency and routine to ensure accurate and efficient operations. Some degree of creativity is necessary to resolve conflicts and implement improvements. Competency in motivating others and good judgement are critical competencies as a supervisor for a number of union and non-union employees. The Operations Manager’s key areas of performance will include Plant Production and Quality, Production Costs, Environmental, Safety and Human Resource Management.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Schedule production and set shipment priorities with appropriate levels of staffing to ensure schedules are met and inventory is controlled;
• Oversee personnel performance, ensuring sampling integrity is maintained;
• Coordinate routine plant and office maintenance;
• Assures completion of test work for Quality Assurance Program;
• Assist in the development, review and implementation of plant projects;
• Controls operating costs while maintaining a safe and efficient plant;
• Oversee employee safety and ensure adherence to policies and regulations;
• Follow-up with the employees and clinic to implement modified work recommendations;
• Works with Environmental Health & Safety to ensure regulation compliance and alternate Emergency Response Coordinator;
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and inspections, completing follow-up corrective actions where required and is the alternate Emergency Response Coordinator;
• Work closely with EHS to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits and policy requirements;
• Responsible for the motivation, training, supervision and performance management of all warehouse, maintenance and production personnel;
• Enforces policy rules and procedures and disciplines union personnel when infractions occur;
• Maintain strong working relationships with union shop steward and representatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field from a recognized post-secondary institution;
• 5 – 7 years’ of Production or Operations experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisor or management level role;
• Candidates with experience in the recycling industry are strongly preferred;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Team-oriented with proven conflict-management capabilities;
• Bilingual, English and Spanish a definite plus.

What we offer:

• A workplace culture that encompasses safety, integrity, responsibility, openness, simplicity, and entrepreneurialism
• A comprehensive and competitive benefits plan
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee wellness programs
• Professional growth opportunities

The masculine gender is used, without discrimination, to lighten the text.

Priority will be given to candidates with full working rights in the United States of America.

Glencore is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you require an accommodation in the selection process, please advise us by e-mail at talentacquisitioncopper@glencore.ca.