Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager

Steele Staffing; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager in Cambridge, Ontario. This role is essential for overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety compliance, and managing a team effectively while fostering a positive work culture. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in operational management and team leadership.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Holidays

Personal days

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities of the Material Recovery Facility.
• Supervise hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality control.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Building a team from the ground up

P&L oversight

Education

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

Job description

Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada | 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 the facility.
• 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 the site, including gatehouse, sorting, and loading.
• Maintain high system performance levels.
• Minimize handling and operational costs.
• Reduce truck turnaround times.
• Propose operational improvements regularly.
• Act as a liaison for community relationships and customers.
• Oversee contractual obligations.
• Ensure compliance with the company's Mission to Zero standards and regulations.
• Prepare and analyze budget data versus targets.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.
• Maintain cleanliness and property condition through inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Manage personnel needs, including hiring, coaching, performance evaluations, and providing input on termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Conduct or participate in safety meetings.
• Deliver training and presentations professionally.
• Submit timely reports as required.

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 employees, including managers and supervisors.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Stock Purchase Plan, RRSP matching, 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.
• Strong people engagement skills and ability to foster a positive culture.
• Long-term vision with the ability to build and develop a team and culture from scratch.
• Ability to manage KPIs and think strategically.