Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Part-Time Project Manager – Facilities Development & Operations Support

Pacific Recycling, Inc. is seeking a highly organized and proactive Part‑Time Project Manager to support our Operations Manager with facilities development and improvement projects. This role plays a key part in coordinating site upgrades, equipment installations, infrastructure improvements, and operational process enhancements within an active scrap metal recycling environment.

Eugene, OR (with travel to other Oregon locations as needed).

Part‑time | Minimum 20 hours/week (On‑site required for active projects).

• Support planning and execution of facilities development projects (e.g., site improvements, traffic flow changes, equipment installs).
• Coordinate installation or relocation of yard equipment.
• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Assist with permitting, inspections, and coordination with local agencies as needed.
• Ensure work is completed safely and in alignment with business operations.

• Source, evaluate, and coordinate vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Obtain and compare quotes, track scopes of work, and support vendor selection.
• Serve as a point of contact between vendors and yard leadership.
• Monitor vendor progress and communicate updates or issues.

• Maintain project documentation, schedules, and status reports.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and next steps to the Operations Manager.
• Help identify efficiencies or improvements during project execution.

• Ensure vendors and contractors follow company safety rules and site requirements.
• Support compliance with environmental, safety, and operational standards during projects.

• Experience in project coordination or project management (industrial, construction, manufacturing, or similar environment preferred).
• Comfortable working in an active heavy industrial/manufacturing setting.
• Experience working with contractors, trades, and equipment vendors.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple small to mid‑size projects simultaneously.
• Basic understanding of construction, permitting, equipment installation, or site development is a plus.
• Proficiency with basic project tracking tools (Excel, Google Sheets, or similar).
• Ability to read engineering & construction drawings.

• Ability to walk and work in an outdoor, industrial environment.
• Comfortable around heavy equipment, noise, and diverse weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE.

• Paid Time Off starting at 2 weeks, increasing with tenure.
• 8 Paid Holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Safety boot reimbursement.

Hourly Range: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.