Recycling Material Recovery Facility Manager

Careers 2005; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the recycling sector is looking for a Material Recovery Facility Manager to oversee operational excellence and environmental safety. The role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and optimizing workflows to enhance efficiency. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and experience in operations management.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

RRSP match

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 MRF including material handling and processing.
• Supervise staff and ensure safety compliance in all operations.
• Develop and manage the MRF budget effectively.

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

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 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.
• Ensure system performance at the highest level.
• Minimize handling and operational costs.
• Work continuously to reduce truck turnaround time.
• Propose operational improvements regularly.
• Act as a liaison for community relationships and customers when necessary.
• Oversee and manage contractual obligations.
• Comply with and promote adherence to the company's Mission to Zero standards and regulations for safe and efficient operations.
• Submit and analyze budget data versus year-to-date and prior year.
• 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, training, and evaluating employees; contribute to decisions on termination, compensation, and promotion.
• Conduct and participate in safety meetings.
• Provide training and presentations professionally and positively.
• Update and submit reports timely.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage supervisory employees, including managers and supervisors.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

Includes 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 improvement in budget performance (2-3% year-over-year), productivity, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership skills, culture building, transparency, and long-term vision.
• Ability to manage business KPIs and develop a team from scratch.