Job Summary
The Plant Manager III, Material Recovery Facility (MRF) ensures the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the assigned MRF and maintains cost management within the MRF.

The successful candidate is a visible, hands-on leader who thrives under pressure, makes sound real‑time decisions, and drives a strong culture of accountability, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.

Greater Napanee/Roblin, ON K0K 2W0

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Ensures smooth operation of site, including: gatehouse, sorting, loading.

Ensures system is performing at highest level

Minimizes handling and operational costs.

Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.

Regularly proposes means of operational improvement.

Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships and customers.

Oversee and manage the company's contractual obligations

Complies with and ensures adherence to the company's Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.

Submits reasonable budget information and analyzes data versus year‑to‑date data and prior year budget.

Assists in creating a positive team‑oriented environment through employee development and motivation.

Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the MRF through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors/employees.

Oversees personnel needs of the MRF including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.





Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings.

Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.

Updates and submits required reports in a timely manner.

Identify and eliminate waste to improve flow, reduce downtime, and optimize labor and equipment utilization

Lead problem‑solving initiatives using structured methodologies.

Drive a culture of continuous improvement with measurable results

Build, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline teams

Set clear expectations and hold teams accountable for performance and behavior

Foster a positive, engaged, and high‑performing work environment

Motivate teams during high‑pressure situations while maintaining focus and discipline

Supervisory Responsibilities
The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of supervisory employees. This includes:

Direct supervision of 4‑5 full‑time employees.

Indirect supervision of approx. 40‑45 full‑time employees.

Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.

Experience: 7 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)

Preferred:




Experience leading a team of 4‑5 salaried employees including managers and supervisors (as well as above required experience and education)

Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and influence teams

Calm and decisive under pressure, with robust problem‑solving ability

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Data‑driven mindset with strong analytical capabilities

High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity

Leadership Profile

Hands‑on, highly visible leader who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments

Makes sound, real‑time decisions while maintaining operational focus and discipline

Creates a strong culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement

Operational Excellence

Identify and eliminate waste to improve process flow, reduce downtime, and optimize labor and equipment utilization

Lead structured problem‑solving initiatives across operations

Drive continuous improvement initiatives with clear metrics and measurable results

People Leadership

Build, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline teams

Set clear expectations and consistently hold teams accountable for performance and behavior

Foster a positive, engaged, and high‑performing work environment

Motivate teams during high‑pressure situations while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards

Skills and Competencies

Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels

Calm, decisive, and resilient under pressure with strong problem‑solving capability

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Data‑driven mindset with strong analytical ability

High level of ownership, accountability, and personal integrity

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📌 Plant Manager III - Material Recycling Facility (Manitoba)
🏢 Excelsior Executive Search
📍 Manitoba