Plant Operations Manager — Recycling & Process Improvement

Element Resources; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Resources is seeking a seasoned operations supervisor for the Garfield Recycling Facility in Indiana. You will plan, schedule, and supervise all operational functions in Refining, Maintenance and Environmental areas to meet production, quality, and safety goals.

The role requires 8–10 years of manufacturing leadership, a 4-year degree, and Lean/Six Sigma training; strong communication and cross-functional collaboration are essential, with a focus on cost reduction and continuous

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Manufacturing or Engineering related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Eight - ten years of manufacturing operations experience and management experience preferably in an environmentally regulated setting.
• Lean or Six Sigma training is strongly preferred.
• Intermediate computer knowledge in Windows environment including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and supervise all operational functions, including Environmental & Maintenance, at the Garfield Recycling Facility to meet production, maintenance, and environmental requirements at minimum operating cost.
• Oversee availability of materials, flow of supplies, and manpower to achieve daily production and shipping goals.
• Use lean tools and continuous improvement methods (Lean, 5S, Six Sigma) to reduce scrap and cost; promote open communication between plant personnel.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Environmental & Safety, Quality, and Human Resources managers on staffing, training, budget plans, and performance goals.
• Supervise the operation and support each department including Furnaces, Refining, Breaker, Maintenance and Environmental; schedule furnace operations and refining to meet production requirements.
• Assist in preparing plans, forecasts, records and reports to establish budgets and measure effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean/Six Sigma

Team supervision

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

4-year degree in Manufacturing or Engineering related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance software

Job description

Element Resources is seeking a seasoned operations supervisor for the Garfield Recycling Facility in Indiana. You will plan, schedule, and supervise all operational functions in Refining, Maintenance and Environmental areas to meet production, quality, and safety goals.

The role requires 8–10 years of manufacturing leadership, a 4-year degree, and Lean/Six Sigma training; strong communication and cross-functional collaboration are essential, with a focus on cost reduction and continuous