Plant Manager

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

1. 15 days paid time off
2. 5 sick days
3. 10 Holidays
4. Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
5. RRSP with company match (fully vested upon hire)
6. Career growth and promotional opportunities
7. Tuition Reimbursement

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the overall day-to-day operation, P&L, leadership, and management of the designated facility. Ensures facility is maintaining environmental and regulatory compliance standards and operating and preserving a safe work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Foster a culture that promotes a safe work environment through the development and implementation of safety plans and training; maintain environmental and regulatory compliance standards.
2. Proactively deliver financial results commensurate with operations budget and company goals.
3. Improve employee relations by building a healthy organization, by promoting a culture of respect consistent with company values.
4. Drive change by challenging the status quo, developing a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
5. Create an operating cadence (rhythm) that utilizes appropriate tools and incorporates clear communication and accountability for business results.
6. Drive customer retention and business growth by proactively seeking to understand customer needs and exceeding their expectations.
7. Develop organizational capacity by clearly defining roles, responsibilities, providing feedback, coaching and development for all staff.
8. Deliver expected results through effective project execution, by ensuring appropriate personnel and equipment resources are available for efficient performance.
9. Other tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated strong interpersonal, problem solving and relationship building skills.
2. Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality.
3. Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment.
4. Process and Systems oriented.
5. Ability to self-manage, direct supervisory and management experience.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel including executive management.
7. Ability to obtain any necessary provincial certifications and licenses that are required.
8. Maintenance & Technical systems experience including CMMS experience implementation and execution.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline/engineering/business management preferred.
2. P.Eng preferred.
3. Experience with increasing management responsibility, experience in industrial services, manufacturing or engineering industries.
4. Experience in a Profit/Loss leadership role.
5. Employee development.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating and uneven surfaces utilizing ladders when necessary.
2. Ability to work evenings or weekends when required to respond to emergency call-outs.
3. Legally able to travel to the USA or other countries as required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.