Facility Manager at Reworld in USA, NY, Niagara Falls

Facility Manager

Location: USA, NY, Niagara Falls

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

About the role:

The Facility (Plant) Manager is responsible for leading and directing the “end to end” waste processing operations at our facility. This facility and role has the opportunity to become a steppingstone for your success and growth in the company.

The Thermomechanical Treatment Facility (TTF) thermally treats various types of waste (municipal, industrial, profile, etc.), operates significant material handling equipment, performs metal recovery, steam sales and power generation. Facility operations take place 24/7, with rotating shift schedules. The Facility Manager is a strong advocate for our environmental and safety efforts while developing long-term positive relationships with the local community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe and environmentally responsible operations at the site.
• Oversee and promote effective Health, Safety, and Environmental programs and practices.
• Lead site operations to consistently meet or exceed business objectives and Annual Operating Plan targets.
• Develop long term maintenance, staffing, operational and budgetary plans
• Develop and execute strategy for the site to increase operational discipline/accountability, productivity, quality, reliability, employee engagement/retention.
• Champion use of Six Sigma/Lean tools in driving plant improvement to develop and implement strategic initiatives relative to inventory, capacity utilization, and growth opportunities to deliver business results and drive maturity beyond current level.
• Maintain cost effectiveness through aggressive productivity and asset management.
• Improve and develop organization capabilities through effective performance management and planning/utilization of human and capital resources.
• Drive cultural change, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset throughout the organization.
• Develop and maintain effective site leadership team. Motivate the team to encourage personal and professional growth by setting goals and objectives for all functional areas of the plant.
• Develop relationships to improve performance with key Clients.
• Build positive working relationships within the global organization and serve as point-of-contact for broader Company initiatives.
• Champion programs to address employee satisfaction, employee training, communications, technology transfer, process improvement and departmental structure to support operating and strategic goals.
• Represent Covanta in local government, community, and industry groups.
• Coordinates all outages and maintenance planning including utilizing regional and corporate resources when necessary to maximize effectiveness.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive power plant or manufacturing experience, ideally with power generation and / or material handling.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous management experience in a specialty chemical plant or other industrial facilities with significant material handling, coal fired power plant or WtE environment, highly desired.
• Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree preferred.
• Proven leadership skills as a team player/builder and a driver of value-added results.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, project planning, cost control, and program management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to influence others and interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience in use of Six Sigma tools, with Lean, Black belt or Green belt certification preferred.
• Proven track record of success in implementing HS&E programs and business initiatives.
• Strong internal and external communication and team-building skills.
• Ability to energize and develop all levels of the organization.
• Experience in building (re-building) process/systems focused structure.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's 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.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $130,900.00 - $187,000.00 USD per annum

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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