Posted 23 days ago
Operations Manager
@ ABC Recycling Ltd.
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Overview
ABC Recycling Ltd. is hiring an Operations Manager to run the day-to-day operations of its metal recycling facility in Grande Prairie, AB. The role leads the yard crew on safety, quality, productivity and cost, coordinates material flow and project work, and ensures compliance with company policies. The posting offers an extended health and dental plan, a group RRSP with employer matching, and paid volunteer time.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and promote environmental, health and safety programs
- Provide day-to-day leadership and performance management to yard crews
- Coordinate daily yard and project site operations
- Coordinate pickup, processing, storage and loading of materials
- Monitor operational performance and report data
Requirements summary:
- 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in heavy industry
- Strong people-management and coaching skills
- Understanding of heavy equipment and industrial operations
- First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Management experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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ABC Recycling Ltd.
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Responsible metal recycling for stronger communities.
Full company description
ABC Recycling is a family-owned, Canadian leader in the metal recycling industry, proudly serving our communities since 1912. With 11 locations across British Columbia, Alberta, and Washington, we specialize in recycling both ferrous and non-ferrous metals for a wide range of clients: from industrial decommissioning projects to household drop-offs. Built on a foundation of dependability and trustworthiness, ABC Recycling is dedicated to providing the best service, advancing sustainable practices, and fostering strong relationships with our partners and the communities we serve. Through the environmental benefits of metal recycling as well as initiatives such as community clean-ups and partnerships with Indigenous communities, we make a meaningful difference for people and the planet.
- LinkedIn followers
- 7,971
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 126
- Reported office locations
- 8081 Meadow Avenue, Burnaby, BC V3N 2V9, CA
- 4318 Terminal Place, Campbell River, BC V9H 1N6, CA
- 19355 - 54th Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 8E5, CA
- 2550 Queensway Drive, Terrace, BC V8G 3W8, CA
- 10338 Willow Cale Forest Road, Prince George, BC V2N 7A8, CA
- 750 Jackson Rd, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9X, CA
- 9727 128 Ave, Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V, CA
- 3258 HWY-97 N, Kelowna, British Columbia V1X, CA
- 9631 78 St, Fort St John, British Columbia V1J, CA
- Business categories
- Communities
- Renewable Energy
- Recycling
- Other recorded names
- ABC Recycling Ltd.
- ABC Recycling
- Specialties
- Provide scrap metal brokerage services
- Brokerage
- Sales
- Demolition Scrap Collection
- Containner Services for Metals
- Barge Service
- Mobile Shear
- and Trucking
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
ABC Recycling is a family-owned, Canadian leader in the metal recycling industry, proudly serving our communities since 1912. With 11 locations across British Columbia, Alberta, and Washington, we specialize in recycling both ferrous and non-ferrous metals for a wide range of clients: from industrial decommissioning projects to household drop-offs. Built on a foundation of dependability and trustworthiness, ABC…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, BC |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1912 |
| Specialties | Provide scrap metal brokerage servicesBrokerageSalesDemolition Scrap CollectionContainner Services for MetalsBarge ServiceMobile Shearand Trucking |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
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About Us
Established in 1912, ABC Recycling Ltd. is one of the largest locally owned and operated metal recyclers in Western Canada. We exist to preserve the world’s resources, building thriving communities by accelerating metal recycling. We take pride in being at the forefront of the industry, driving positive change and contributing to a sustainable future. For over a century, ABC Recycling has served and supported clients by recovering, processing, and diverting recyclable material from our landfills. Over the course of four generations, we have fostered enduring collaborations, building strong relationships with the communities we serve. As a testament to our commitment to excellence, ABC Recycling proudly received the esteemed title of being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies in 2023.
To stay up to date with our latest company updates, partnerships, and community initiatives, please visit our website and follow us on social media.
Position Overview
ABC Recycling is seeking an Operations Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our metal recycling facility in Grande Prairie, AB. The job holder will provide daily directions and leadership to the yard crew to achieve safety, quality, productivity and cost objectives. This position also ensures compliance to all company policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Leads and promotes environmental, health, and safety programs, policies, and procedures to create a safe work environment for employees, customers, contractors, and visitors.
- Provides day-to-day leadership, direction, coaching, and performance management to yard employees and project crews.
- Coordinates daily yard and project site operations to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
- Assists with workforce planning, employee training, onboarding, and performance management activities.
- Coordinates the pickup, unloading, processing, storage, and loading of materials to maximize safety, productivity, and operational flow.
- Works closely with operators, drivers and site personnel to prioritize work and allocate resources effectively.
- Assists in the development and implementation of facility standard operating procedures.
- Monitors operational performance and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Measures, tracks, and reports operational and service-related data.
- Supports projects and special assignments as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a heavy industrial, construction, recycling, manufacturing, or similar environment.
- Strong people-management, coaching, and performance-management skills, with a demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety.
- Strong understanding of heavy equipment and industrial operations; machine operating experience is considered an asset but is not required.
- Experience coordinating operational activities, including inspections, corrective actions, material flow, inventory management, and shipment reconciliation.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage contractors and build positive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
- First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
Why Work for ABC Recycling
- Make a Difference: Join us in meaningful work that has a positive impact on the environment and contributes to a sustainable future.
- Industry Leader: Be part of the largest metal recycler company in Western Canada, where industry-leading practices drive our success.
- Comprehensive benefits package: Extended health & dental, healthcare spending account, group RRSP with employer matching, employee & family assistance program.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Give back to our local communities with paid volunteer time.
- Recognition and Growth: Experience employee recognition programs and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
*We are an equal opportunity employer and thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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