Facility Operations Lead - Multi-Shift, Waste & Safety

Clean Harbors, Inc.

Santa Ana (CA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 133,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Facility Operations Manager I to oversee daily plant operations, including drum processing, tank farm activities, truck loading and unloading, and waste management. This role leads teams across multiple areas and shifts, supports the General Manager with staffing and facility performance, and serves as second in command when the General Manager is absent.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field and 5–7 years of relevant plant

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
5–7 years of plant operations experience with supervisory experience.
DOT training required.
Knowledge of waste processing, inventory and waste tracking systems, warehousing procedures, and operating standards.
Strong leadership, management, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to travel less than 10%.

Responsibilities

Oversee site operations across multiple areas and shifts (drum pumping, tank farm, wastewater treatment, fuels blending, shredders, truck loading/unloading).
Ensure waste routing, tracking, storage, and processing comply with DOT segregation requirements and permits.
Lead and develop Operations Supervisors, Plant Foremen, and operations staff.
Set daily production goals, monitor performance, and identify throughput/profitability improvements.
Partner with the General Manager on hiring, training, and performance management.
Ensure adherence to Health and Safety procedures and accountability for compliance.