Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager

Stephens International Recruiting, Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager to ensure operational excellence and environmental safety at their facility in Cambridge. The role involves managing staff, overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and optimizing processes for efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and extensive experience in waste management.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

RRSP match

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience leading a team of 4-5 salaried employees preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations including material handling, sorting, and processing.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and industry standards.
• Manage budget and conduct regular performance analysis.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Team Building

P&L Oversight

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 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 additional staff.

Key Responsibilities of an MRF Manager :

• Operations Management: Oversee daily activities including material handling, sorting, and processing.
• Staff Supervision: Hire, train, and supervise employees involved in MRF operations.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintenance and Repairs: Oversee maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities.
• Cost Management: Monitor and control operational costs.
• Quality Control: Ensure the quality of recycled materials before shipment.
• Workflow Analysis: Analyze workflows to optimize processes and efficiency.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the MRF budget.
• Community Relations: Act as liaison with community stakeholders.
• Training and Development: Provide training opportunities for employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of the site, including gatehouse, sorting, and loading areas.
• Maintain system performance at the highest level.
• Minimize handling and operational costs.
• Reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of the site.
• Propose operational improvements regularly.
• Act as liaison for community and customer relationships.
• Manage contractual obligations.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulations, including Mission to Zero.
• Prepare and analyze budget data regularly.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.
• Maintain cleanliness and property condition through inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Oversee personnel needs: hiring, coaching, training, and evaluating performance.
• Conduct and participate in safety meetings and training sessions.
• Update and submit reports timely.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manage supervisory employees, including managers and supervisors, with skills in leadership and team management.

Qualifications Education :

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

Benefits include 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
• Team Building
• P&L Oversight

Ideal Candidate

• Proven improvement in budget efficiency (2-3% YoY), productivity, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership skills, culture building, transparency, and flexibility.
• Ability to manage high visibility, high accountability environment, and develop a team from scratch.

The candidate should understand business management, KPIs, and be capable of thinking outside the box.