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Plant Manager for Recycling Yard

General Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Yuma Recyclers is seeking a proven leader to fill the role of Plant Manager. The Plant Manager oversees all matters related to the operations of Yuma Recyclers' yard. In this position, the Plant Manager is in charge of purchasing, consolidating, and shipping recyclable metal, paper, and plastic grades. The Plant Manager must maintain the customer-focused environment of the recycling yard and the company’s performance objectives.

Yuma Recyclers' core principles center on providing excellent customer service to our community, establishing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees, and contributing to a sustainable planet. To that end, the Plant Manager must be able to balance efficient production with safe operation. The successful manager will have a proven ability to effectively manage personnel and maintain the dynamic company culture. As the Plant Manager is the highest-ranking employee onsite, a qualified candidate must exemplify the qualities of a leader and is one that is willing to learn and grow with the company.

Supervisor: COO, located off-site

Essential Functions:

◊ Identify materials and their value in order to purchase material from prospective suppliers

◊ Grow the efficiency of existing organizational processes

◊ Supervise the employees in the various activities of the recycling yard

◊ Schedule, train, and support personnel to ensure smooth operations

◊ Manage the maintenance of the facility and the equipment

◊ Organize the training for all processes of the facility and reinforce safety culture

◊ Manage budget to align with goals of the business

◊ Maintain quality, cash, and inventory controls

◊ Comply with all OSHA, DEQ, and Dept of Labor regulations and company EHS policies

Work Environment:

◊ The work is both outdoors and indoors; may experience extreme weather

◊ Work time will be divided between the yard, the office, and clients

◊ As the site handles waste materials, the work can be dirty

◊ The Plant has 8 people working a staggering single shift 6 days/week

◊ The employee and customer demographics are varied, so tact and sensitivity are needed

Qualifications: Specifications:

◊ Minimum of 5 years of managerial experience required

◊ High School diploma required

◊ Bilingual literacy in Spanish and English required

◊ Ability to present in meetings and speak in front of people required

◊ Computer skills required: Outlook or similar email, Excel or similar spreadsheets, database

◊ Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record required

◊ Availability to work extra hours, including weekends, as is needed for management

◊ Knowledge of machines and periodic maintenance required

◊ Familiarity with OSHA regulations required

◊ Customer service skills required

◊ Experience in scrap/waste industry preferred

◊ Cash handling experience is a benefit

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions:

◊ Stand or sit for long periods

◊ Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally

◊ Communicate by speech and hearing continually

◊ Visual acuity needed for close detail work

◊ Mental dexterity to give attention to detail and continuous awareness

Compensation & Benefits:

◊ Salaried position with pay commensurate with experience

◊ Paid Time Off

◊ Matching 401k matching

◊ Dental Insurance

◊ Health Insurance

◊ Vision Insurance

◊ Auto Allowance

◊ Cell-Phone Allowance

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position, and it must not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, rights, and/or skills required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What is your level of experience in the Recycling/Waste Management Industry? Please describe your level of knowledge/ competency when it comes to recyclables material (paper, plastic, metals, etc.,)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Management: 4 years (Required)

Language:

• both Spanish and English? (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 11/22/2021