General Manager- Waste Water Treatment Plant

Job Description

Summary

The Facility General Manager I is accountable for the overall management of a transfer, storage, and disposal facility. This role encompasses oversight of waste management (both hazardous and non-hazardous), health & safety, regulatory compliance, profit & loss responsibility, and staffing. The position requires a deep understanding of facility operations and the ability to drive performance while ensuring adherence to corporate and regulatory standards.

Starting pay: $125,000

Hours: Monday - Friday

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Labor Management & Staffing:
  • Oversee employee scheduling, work hours, overtime, hiring, performance appraisals, and disciplinary actions.
  • Manage labor relations and ensure compliance with worker's compensation regulations.
  • Recommend merit increases and promotions for facility personnel.
• Facility Operations & Compliance:
  • Maintain and manage the facility to meet clean compliance standards and achieve key performance indicators (CCP KPIs).
  • Ensure processing of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes is in accordance with RCRA, DOT, customer requirements, and least cost routing principles.
  • Develop and maintain expertise in facility-specific technologies including wastewater treatment, fuels blending, incineration, lab pack processing, blending, bulking, shredding, and pumping.
• Health & Safety:
  • Enforce both corporate and facility-specific Health & Safety protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Co-chair facility Health & Safety meetings and work closely with the safety department to enhance safety standards.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Work in tandem with the Facility Compliance Manager to ensure the facility consistently meets regulatory requirements (e.g., Part B RCRA permit or equivalent).
• Financial Management:
  • Oversee the profit and loss statement, ensuring operating costs, labor, materials, supplies, and SG&A expenses are in line with budgeted targets.
  • Review and approve all facility purchasing and manage accurate, timely billing and coding of materials.
• Logistics & Customer Service:
  • Collaborate with National Logistics to coordinate the proper outbound management of waste materials.
  • Ensure the facility provides excellent customer service to both internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Training & Development:
  • Direct the training, development, and mentoring of all plant employees, preparing current and future managers for career growth.
• Maintenance & Facility Presentation:
  • Supervise facility maintenance efforts, including oversight of the preventative maintenance system (Mapcon).
  • Ensure the facility is clean, well-maintained, and ready for customer audits or tours.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with local Field Service, Technical Services, and Logistics management teams.
• Other Duties:
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

Education and Experience

• Education:
  • Required: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • Note: Alternative combinations of education and experience may be accepted.
• Experience:
  • 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in facilities management, plant operations, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Direct experience in plant operations and management.
• Working knowledge of environmental statutes, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in using computers and related software.

Qualifications

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel is required (

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The position has supervisory authority and is responsible for:
  • Hiring, training, scheduling, and performance appraisals.
  • Recommending promotions, compensations, and corrective actions.
  • Overseeing the budget for the facility.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment:
  • Predominantly sedentary work with occasional standing and walking.
  • Typical shift includes approximately 6-8 hours of sitting.
• Physical Activity:
  • Minimal lifting is required (rarely lifting/carrying items weighing 0-10 lbs).
  • Regular computer usage (67-100% of work time).
• Vision & Hearing:
  • Must meet standard visual and hearing requirements for detailed work (near visual acuity for reading small print and computer work, and sufficient hearing for communication and detecting alarms).
• Additional:
  • The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Driving Requirements

• The position may require the ability to drive a car, small truck, or other specified vehicles as needed (excluding travel to and from work).

This job description outlines the key responsibilities and qualifications necessary for the Facility General Manager I role at a Waste Water Treatment Plant. The successful candidate will be a proactive leader capable of managing operational, financial, and safety aspects while ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional customer service.