Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Manager, Plant Operations As the Manager, Plant Operations you will be responsible for the leadership of operations for an industrial waste treatment plant, which includes safe and compliant operation, financial performance, and customer satisfaction. This role reports to the Senior Director, Plant Operations and this facility employs approximately 100 team members and operates 24/7.
Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
Ensures compliance with all Federal, State and local regulations, as well as Company policies and procedures
Reviews production and / or schedules in order to plan facility operations to establish priorities and sequences to ensure productivity and quality
Establishes production / operating goals and resolves operational and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
Develops and / or revises standard operational and working procedures
Troubleshoots treatment processes by use of chemistry and waste treatment knowledge
Establishes production metrics, reviews reporting and achieves goals of the business line
Facilitates strong interactions between inter-plant departments, as well as corporate groups
Prepares and audits various mandatory reports relating to all functional departments
Monitors cost of operations to ensure proper pricing and profitability
Assists in developing operational yearly budget and conformance to the budget by various departments
Determines waste disposal options (acceptability and pricing) with the corporate Approvals team; addresses physical and analytical issues around non-conforming waste materials received
Assists in proposal development; attends pre-bid meetings, assists with cost estimates and program planning, as well as provides technical support for corporate groups
Reviews and manage department expenses including P&L, disposal billing, time sheet approvals, etc.
Serves as a member of the Plant Emergency Team, one of a few incident commanders on staff
Continuously monitors facility operations and programs for adherence and efficiency improvements
Leads in effective responses to emergency situations, including timely notification of reportable incidents, response actions, and removal of residues and replacement of supplies
Assists in incident and near-miss investigations, identifying root and contributing causes, and coordinates corrective measures and follow up action
Participates in the hiring, performance evaluation, discipline, promotion and termination processes of team members as needed
Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization
Education
- Bachelor’s degree (required); focus in engineering or science (preferred) - Background in and knowledge of chemistry principles (preferred)
Experience
5+ years of experience in hazardous waste operations and / or chemical plant operations – OR –
In lieu of degree, 9+ years of experience in hazardous waste operations and / or chemical plant operations (required)
Previous supervisory experience and reasonable P&L understanding (required)
Previous experience in an industrial waste treatment operation (preferred)
Overview
About Arcwood
Every advancement—from the products we use to the medicines and technologies we depend on—creates waste that must be handled responsibly. For more than 50 years, Arcwood Environmental has helped organizations across the United States manage the byproducts of progress safely and thoughtfully. With deep expertise and innovative waste management technology across a growing nationwide footprint, Arcwood protects people, communities, and the environment through work that often happens behind the scenes.
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