Operations Manager

Reworld Waste•Niagara Falls, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all localized activities of the Material Processing facility including but not limited to safe work, shredding, container processing, internal transportation, shipping & receiving, data collection, quality control and destructions. Accountable for the obtainment of optimum efficiency and cost-management while maintaining a safe worksite and complying with regulatory agencies. Expected to provide strong leadership to employees within the facility to maximize operations. Expected to maximize profiles by performing the following duties personal or through subordinate leadership. Reporting to the Facility Manager, the Operations Manager is responsible for leading and managing a team of equipment operators, treatment technicians and plant support employees. Organize the day-to-day processing operations and effectively communicate priorities to employees. Track and manage team performance in a manner that supports achievement of key performance indicators (KPI’s). Ensure all shift members follow all safety procedures, housekeeping protocols and ensure they’re working in a safe manner. Coordinate and communicate all phases of operations including receiving and shipping loads and processing materials. Effectively communicate and coordinate with internal resources to provide support to our operations, and the needs of our clients. Successfully manage employee performance while mentoring and guiding the overall growth of the facility Assist in pursuing all unidentified facility growth opportunities and develop methods and solutions that make them feasible. Ensures accurate recording of data in the Management System The Operations Manager is a strong advocate for our environment and safety efforts. Leads and mentors in a manner that protects the health and safety of employees, contractors, and visitors as a first priority. Strong familiarity with regulations and operational permits that govern the facility. Strives to improve performance and takes primary responsibility for all operating expenses. Coordinates staff efforts to solve problems and respond to opportunities as well as motivate the team to encourage personal and professional growth. Participates in projects related to health and safety, environment, and process improvement to promote the continuous improvement of the facility. Ensures that the plant meets the training program goals and identifies the training needs of the team. Ensures compliance with all contracts to protect long-term interests of the company. Ensures compliance with environmental standards and applicable governmental regulations.

Requirements

College Degree or equivalent experience in related industry
Proven supervisory, leadership and team building skills.
Demonstrated communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
Ability to analyze information and suggest improvements.
Demonstrated attention to detail and time management skills.
Strong knowledge of hazardous, non-hazardous waste is required.
A minimum 8 years of relevant experience with a proven track record of increasing managerial responsibility in a plant environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead others toward meeting or exceeding financial operational and performance goals.
Ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Nice To Haves

Background in waste management, environmental regulations, laboratory analysis, regulatory requirements is preferred.
Knowledge of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods and SIMDUT.
Knowledge of provincial, Canadian, and US Hazardous waste regulations preferred.
Demonstrates the ability to make sound decisions after considering all facts, potential risks, customer needs, and alternative solutions when dealing with all types of issues.
Demonstrates the ability to work in a safe, responsible, and ethical manner either alone or under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of equipment operators, treatment technicians and plant support employees.
Organize the day-to-day processing operations and effectively communicate priorities to employees.
Track and manage team performance in a manner that supports achievement of key performance indicators (KPI’s).
Ensure all shift members follow all safety procedures, housekeeping protocols and ensure they’re working in a safe manner.
Coordinate and communicate all phases of operations including receiving and shipping loads and processing materials.
Effectively communicate and coordinate with internal resources to provide support to our operations, and the needs of our clients.
Successfully manage employee performance while mentoring and guiding the overall growth of the facility.
Assist in pursuing all unidentified facility growth opportunities and develop methods and solutions that make them feasible.
Ensures accurate recording of data in the Management System.
Lead and mentor in a manner that protects the health and safety of employees, contractors, and visitors as a first priority.
Strive to improve performance and take primary responsibility for all operating expenses.
Coordinate staff efforts to solve problems and respond to opportunities as well as motivate the team to encourage personal and professional growth.
Participate in projects related to health and safety, environment, and process improvement to promote the continuous improvement of the facility.
Ensure that the plant meets the training program goals and identifies the training needs of the team.
Ensure compliance with all contracts to protect long-term interests of the company.
Ensure compliance with environmental standards and applicable governmental regulations.