Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager

Pam & Company, Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking a Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager to oversee daily operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in material processing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in team leadership and operational excellence, with responsibilities including staff supervision, budget management, and safety compliance. This role offers a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

RRSP match

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of 4-5 salaried employees, including managers and supervisors.
• Strong business management skills and KPIs knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily activities, including material handling, sorting, and processing.
• Ensuring adherence to safety regulations and industry standards.
• Developing and managing the MRF budget.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

P&L oversight

Building a team from the ground up

Education

Bachelor's Degree or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience

7 years of relevant work experience

Job description

Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager

C$120,000 to C$125,000

The Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Manager ensures the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the assigned MRF and maintaining cost management within the facility.

• Direct supervision of 4-5 full-time employees.
• Indirect supervision of approximately 40-45 full-time employees.

Key Responsibilities of an MRF Manager :

• Operations Management: Managing daily activities, including material handling, sorting, and processing.
• Staff Supervision: Hiring, training, and supervising employees involved in MRF operations.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensuring adherence to safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintenance and Repairs: Overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities.
• Cost Management: Monitoring and minimizing operational costs.
• Quality Control: Ensuring the quality of recycled materials before shipment.
• Workflow Analysis: Analyzing workflows to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
• Budget Management: Developing and managing the MRF budget.
• Community Relations: Acting as a liaison with community stakeholders.
• Training and Development: Providing training and development opportunities for employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of site, including gatehouse, sorting, and loading.
• Maintain system performance at the highest level.
• Minimize handling and operational costs.
• Reduce turnaround time for trucks entering and leaving the site.
• Propose operational improvements regularly.
• Act as liaison for community relationships and customers as needed.
• Oversee and manage contractual obligations.
• Ensure compliance with the company's Mission to Zero standards and regulations.
• Provide budget data and analyze performance against targets.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the facility through inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Manage personnel needs, including hiring, coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
• Conduct safety meetings and provide training as needed.
• Prepare and submit reports in a timely manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage supervisory employees, including managers and team leads.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience.
• 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Preferred: Experience leading a team of 4-5 salaried employees, including managers and supervisors.

Benefits

We offer a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Stock Purchase Plan, RRSP match, Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Benefits may vary by site.

Skills and Certifications

• Lean Manufacturing
• Building a team from the ground up
• P&L oversight

Ideal Candidate

• Proven track record of budget improvement (2-3% YoY), productivity, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to engage with people, build culture, and lead long-term growth.
• Experience developing a team from scratch and creating a positive culture.
• Strong business management skills, KPIs knowledge, and high visibility performance.